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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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From the September/October 2016 Issue. Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZs) Program was created in 1934 with the goal of helping businesses in the U.S. According to the National Association of Foreign Trade Zones (NAFTZ), in 2014, goods exported directly from U.S. By the BF Staff. made products overseas for export. military forces.

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Innovation Is Thriving In Arizona

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Furthermore, Arizona is a right-to-work state with a very low unionization rate, one of the lowest unemployment insurance tax rates in the nation, and workers compensations rates that are much lower than the national average. In 2016, U.S. Zoned mixed-use/commercial. Strong workforce within a 45 minute commute zone.

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A Blueprint For Success In Rural Colorado

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In 2016, the Colorado Office of Economic Development and International Trade led 27 initiatives during the first round of the Blueprint 2.0 Most also qualify for multiple tax credits through the Colorado Enterprise Zone. We had great success with the first round of Blueprint 2.0, initiatives. Affordable sites with a view.

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Feature Story: 2016 Economic Development Awards

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By Business Facilities Editorial Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Our 2016 awards include recognition for the locations that have led the way in smart-grid modernization, innovative funding for infrastructure projects, renewable energy breakthroughs and new tools for supporting startups and entrepreneurs.

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The Travel & Tourism Game

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percent over 2016’s figure, and direct taxes from commercial gaming passed the $9 billion mark. The realignment of the original transcontinental railroad crosses Churchill County and is serviced by both Union Pacific and BNSF. commercial gaming in the 2017 calendar year. billion in gaming revenue represented an increase of 3.4

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent in 2016. percent by the end of 2016. percent during 2013 to 2016. percent).”.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. Through the Enterprise Zones Program business and industry can realize state incentives such as Job Creation Grants and Real Property Investment Grants, while also realizing a number of local tax and other incentives. Enterprise zone, including tax credits. supply chain.

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