Susana Martinez in 2014 New Mexico Governor's race

On Corporations: Expand "angel investor" tax credit: help fund new companies

Republican Gov. Susana Martinez proposes to expand economic development tax incentives aimed at encouraging investment in startup and technology companies. Martinez outlined the measures on Friday. The tax changes will need approval of the Legislature to take effect.

One proposal expands a tax credit provided to "angel investors" who help finance new companies. The governor wants to provide up to $2 million a year in credits, up from a current $750,000 cap, and increase the individual investments that qualify for a tax break.

Martinez also proposes to revamp existing credits for small technology companies, potentially costing the state $2 million a year. One change would allow firms to collect a refund for some spending on research and development if their tax credits exceed their tax liability.

Source: The Republic (Columbus IN) on 2014 New Mexico governor race Jan 3, 2014

On Civil Rights: People should vote on gay marriage, not leave it to Court

Governor Susana Martinez reiterated her opposition to gay marriage following a state Supreme Court ruling legalizing such unions in the state. The state's highest court declared "barring individuals from marrying and depriving them of the rights, protections, and responsibilities of civil marriage solely because of their sexual orientation violates the Equal Protection Clause of the New Mexico Constitution," making New Mexico the 17th state to legalize gay marriage.

Martinez said in statement that the issue "should have been settled by a vote of the people. Instead, the Supreme Court stepped in and rendered their decision."

"As we move forward, I am hopeful that we will not be divided, as we must come together to tackle very pressing issues," she added.

Source: On Top Magazine on 2014 New Mexico Governor race Dec 20, 2013

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