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Advantage Arkansas - Job Creation Tax Credit for Construction Employers

Advantage Arkansas provides a state income tax credit based on the payroll of new, full-time, permanent employees hired as a result of a construction or trades business expansion or new location in Arkansas.

About this program

Visit the program website for full details.

Eligibility

Arkansas employers creating new, full-time, permanent construction or trades jobs. The proposed average hourly wage for new employees must equal or exceed $15.99 per hour. Credit is based on a percentage of new employee payroll.

Requirements

  • Must create new full-time, permanent jobs in Arkansas
  • Average hourly wage of new employees must be at least $15.99
  • Must apply through AEDC for program approval