DIGEST The digest printed below was prepared by House Legislative Services. It constitutes no part of the legislative instrument. The keyword, one-liner, abstract, and digest do not constitute part of the law or proof or indicia of legislative intent. [R.S. 1:13(B) and 24:177(E)] HB 740 Original 2015 Regular Session Thibaut Abstract: Prohibits issuance of new research and development tax credits between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2017. Present law provides for an income and corporation franchise tax credit for taxpayers who employ persons in the state and claims a federal income tax credit for increasing research activities. The credit is allowed at varying amounts. Proposed law prohibits the issuance of research and development credits between July 1, 2015, and June 30, 2017. Effective upon signature of governor or lapse of time for gubernatorial action. (Adds R.S. 47:6015(K) )