HR 7640
Local Journalism Sustainability Act
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Bill overview
The Local Journalism Sustainability Act aims to support local newspapers and media outlets by providing tax incentives to individuals, businesses, and employers. It allows taxpayers to claim a credit for subscriptions to local newspapers (up to $250), employers to receive a payroll credit for journalist wages, and small businesses to claim a tax credit for advertising expenses in local media. The bill also introduces a credit for advertising in local newspapers and broadcast stations for eligible small businesses.
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Ann Kirkpatrick
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