Introduced March 4, 2026
HB936
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Amend KRS 154.32-010, relating to the Kentucky Business Investment Program, to add laboratory equipment, computer servers, software, capitalized leases, and leasehold improvements directly related to research and development, headquarters, high-technology operations, or service sector facilities to the definitions of "eligible costs" and "start-up costs," respectively.
Plain-language summary
This bill would expand the types of expenses that businesses can count as eligible costs under the Kentucky Business Investment Program, a state economic development incentive program. Specifically, it would add items like laboratory equipment, computer servers, software, leases, and facility improvements tied to research, headquarters, or high-tech operations to the list of qualifying expenses. This could make it easier for certain businesses to qualify for or maximize benefits under the program. Who it may affect: businesses in research and development, technology, and corporate headquarters operations seeking state economic development incentives.
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Legislative History
Primary Sponsor
Steven Rudy
Representative · House District 001
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