Illinois 2023-2024 Regular Session

Illinois House Bill HB2425

Introduced
2/14/23  
Refer
2/15/23  
Introduced
2/14/23  
Refer
2/28/23  
Refer
2/15/23  
Refer
3/10/23  
Refer
2/28/23  

Caption

INC TX-ENGINEERING STUDENTS

Impact

This bill is expected to have a significant impact on the Illinois job market by incentivizing employers to create opportunities for recent engineering graduates within the state. By allowing companies to reduce their tax liability based on their payroll expenditures related to these employees, it aims to facilitate job creation and retention of local talent. Additionally, it encourages businesses to invest in young professionals, which could result in a more robust engineering talent pool in Illinois, ultimately benefiting various sectors that rely on skilled engineers.

Summary

House Bill 2425 introduces an amendment to the Illinois Income Tax Act by creating a tax credit aimed at encouraging taxpayers to employ qualified engineers. This is an attempt to strengthen the state's workforce in engineering by offering incentives for businesses to hire recent graduates from accredited engineering programs. The measure specifies a 10% tax credit for those hiring engineers who graduated from Illinois institutions and a 5% credit for those hiring engineers from out-of-state institutions. The tax credit will be calculated based on the compensation paid during the taxable year to these qualified employees.

Contention

While the bill is focused on fostering employment in the engineering field, it could raise concerns among some stakeholders regarding the potential for inequitable benefits favoring larger employers over smaller businesses that may not have the same capacity to hire multiple qualified engineers. Moreover, the bill's reliance on tax incentives may lead to debates about whether such measures should be the primary means of addressing employment gaps in skilled trades. As discussions progress, it will be crucial to consider the broader implications and effectiveness of tax credits as a tool for economic development.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

IL SB2282

INC TX-ENGINEERING STUDENTS

IL HB1803

INC TX-ENGINEERING STUDENTS

IL SB1583

INC TX-INTERNSHIP CREDIT

IL HB2916

INC TAX-STUDENT LOAN

IL SB2316

INC TX-CDL CREDIT

IL SB2707

INC TX-CLINICAL PRECEPTOR

IL HB2423

INC TX-INNOVATION CREDIT

IL HB4002

INC TX-VETERAN EMPLOYMENT

IL SB1313

INC TX-STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT

IL HB2568

INC TX-STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT

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