New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Senate Bill S2047

Introduced
3/3/22  

Caption

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

Impact

The bill outlines specific financial structures, including matching funds from research institutions to a maximum of $200,000. Additionally, it establishes a grant program to award grants annually to eligible business accelerators and incubators, valued at $100,000 each for a total of ten grants per year over a seven-year period. Tax credits are also provided to participating businesses equal to 15% of their operating expenses, further incentivizing growth and innovation in New Jersey's startup ecosystem.

Summary

Bill S2047 introduces a comprehensive framework aimed at providing assistance to business accelerators and incubators, as well as startup businesses operating within those frameworks. The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (EDA) is tasked with administering the 'Startup Businesses in Business Incubators Development Program', which offers financial assistance and support services. To qualify for assistance, businesses must either be located within an urban transit hub or within one mile of a research institution, emphasizing a focus on collaboration with established research bodies.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding the bill is the allocation of funds and the effectiveness of such programs in fostering tangible economic growth. While proponents argue that this support will significantly enhance the entrepreneurial landscape in New Jersey, critics may question whether the investment justifies the funding and if it sufficiently addresses the diverse needs of different sectors of the entrepreneurial market. The annual reporting requirements also aim to ensure accountability and transparency regarding the progress and impact of the funded programs.

Companion Bills

NJ A1129

Same As Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

Previously Filed As

NJ S126

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ A1129

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ A1315

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ S1470

Creates grant program for business accelerator and incubator networks; transfers $1 million in societal benefits charge revenues to EDA to administer program.

NJ S3005

Creates grant program for business accelerator and incubator networks; transfers $1 million in societal benefits charge revenues to EDA to administer program.

NJ A4360

Creates grant program for business accelerator and incubator networks; transfers $1 million in societal benefits charge revenues to EDA to administer program.

NJ A2352

Creates grant program for business accelerator and incubator networks; transfers $1 million in societal benefits charge revenues to EDA to administer program.

NJ S1641

"Innovate New Jersey Act"; establishes tax-free business incubators at institutions of higher education.

NJ A2101

"Innovate New Jersey Act"; establishes tax-free business incubators at institutions of higher education.

NJ A982

"Innovate New Jersey Act"; establishes tax-free business incubators at institutions of higher education.

Similar Bills

NJ S126

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ A1129

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ A1315

Provides assistance to business accelerators and incubators and startup businesses located within those business accelerators and incubators.

NJ S3189

Makes various changes to "New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Act" and Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer Program; repeals "New Jersey Ignite Act."

NJ A2365

Makes various changes to "New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Act" and Technology Business Tax Certificate Transfer Program; repeals "New Jersey Ignite Act."

NJ A5557

Increases amount of tax credits for investments made in certain technology business ventures under "New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Act."

NJ S4255

Increases amount of tax credits for investments made in certain technology business ventures under "New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Act."

NJ A4916

Amends "New Jersey Angel Investor Tax Credit Act" to provide additional tax credits for investments in high-growth businesses.