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American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2015
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Summary of Bill HR 880
The American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2015, also known as Bill 114 hr 880, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of promoting research and innovation in the United States. The bill seeks to extend and make permanent the research and development tax credit, which provides tax incentives for businesses to invest in research and development activities.
The bill also includes provisions to simplify and streamline the process for claiming the tax credit, making it easier for businesses to take advantage of the benefits. Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the administration of the tax credit, ensuring that it is being used effectively to promote research and innovation.
Overall, the American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2015 is aimed at fostering a culture of innovation and competitiveness in the United States, by providing incentives for businesses to invest in research and development activities. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of promoting research and innovation for the country's economic growth and global competitiveness.
The bill also includes provisions to simplify and streamline the process for claiming the tax credit, making it easier for businesses to take advantage of the benefits. Additionally, the bill includes measures to increase transparency and accountability in the administration of the tax credit, ensuring that it is being used effectively to promote research and innovation.
Overall, the American Research and Competitiveness Act of 2015 is aimed at fostering a culture of innovation and competitiveness in the United States, by providing incentives for businesses to invest in research and development activities. The bill has received bipartisan support in Congress, with lawmakers from both parties recognizing the importance of promoting research and innovation for the country's economic growth and global competitiveness.
Current Status of Bill HR 880
Bill HR 880 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 11, 2015. Bill HR 880 was introduced during Congress 114 and was introduced to the House on February 11, 2015. Bill HR 880's most recent activity was Received in the Senate. as of May 21, 2015
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 880
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 880
Primary Policy Focus
TaxationComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 880
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