Gubernatorial campaign websites: on Corporations
Molly Kelly:
Put an end to the tax breaks for wealthy corporations
Instead of helping make college more affordable for families, Governor Sununu gave tax breaks to wealthy corporations. The Sununu tax breaks for wealthy corporations are not responsible, fair, or smart for our state's future.
As governor, I will veto an income or sales tax, but close corporate tax breaks and loopholes so that we can strengthen public education, make college more affordable and invest in job training.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire Governor campaign website MollyKelly.com
Oct 9, 2018
Philip Levine:
Stop special interest tax breaks in Tallahassee
Tallahassee has not been working for Floridians. Under Republican control, the Legislature has been run by an unaccountable majority, cutting deals behind closed doors and giving tax-breaks to special interests. Philip will fight to make sure the
legislature is held accountable. To make Tallahassee serve the people best, Philip proposes using the same standards local governments use and ensure any and all visitors speaking with elected leaders must be publicly available information.
Source: 2018 Florida Governor campaign website PhilipLevine2018.com
Oct 9, 2018
Allan Fung:
Lower costs to business helps them grow
In Allan's first term, he wants to lower the sales tax each year to end up at 5%. The first 6 months will comb through every occupational licensing, permitting, and business incorporation fee we charge, and make them the lowest in New England!
He'll also make it easier for startups by waiving all fees for their first year. Introducing the BUSINESS CONCIERGE PROGRAM a one-stop location for startups & business owners, walking them through the business development process as quickly as possible.
Source: 2018 Rhode Island governor Campaign website AllanFung.com
Sep 1, 2018
Andria Tupola:
Cut corporate taxes and unnecessary regulation
- Create an atmosphere for local businesses to thrive so more people can stay in this place we call home for generations to come.
- Decrease corporate tax and unnecessary regulation.
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Increase access to capital grants and build local partnerships.
- Increase vocational training for high schools and community colleges to connect more local families with available job opportunities.
Source: 2018 Hawaii governor campaign website VoteTupola.org
Sep 1, 2018
Jeff Johnson:
Help small business and embrace all present and future jobs
All Minnesotans deserve an economy where hard work is the only limit to success. The way to achieve this is to create an environment that encourages small-business owners and embraces both the jobs of today and tomorrow. Our government has failed
miserably to do this and instead has been a direct obstacle. Whether it's taxes, regulations or a government attitude of helping rather than antagonizing job creators, I will work every day to make Minnesota's business climate competitive.
Source: 2018 Minnesota JohnsonForGovernor.org campaign website
Sep 1, 2018
Laura Kelly:
Recharge the economy via growth in new industries
During the last 8 years the Kansas economy has been stagnant and lagging behind many neighboring states. The Brownback-Colyer administration dismantled many cutting edge programs just to fill the fiscal hole they created. It is critical that Kansas look
for new, creative ways to encourage growth in new industries. Laura will focus on making Kansas an innovative business destination and supporting new industries that leverage our state's strengths to let us grow.
Source: 2018 Gubernatorial campaign website LauraKellyForKansas.com
Aug 14, 2018
Fred Hubbell:
Stop giving unproductive tax credits to big corporations
The best approach to creating jobs and spurring economic activity is to invest in our local communities and grow them from the ground up. For too long the legislature has created special tax giveaways for big
corporations that don't create enough jobs and don't help get incomes rising. That money should be used to grow local Iowa businesses--including expansion of broadband internet access across the state.
Source: 2018 Iowa Gubernatorial campaign website, FredHubbell.com
Jun 26, 2018
Drew Edmondson:
Close tax loopholes as one means to a fair budget
The budget should be written for Oklahomans, not lobbyists. Our budget process is broken and our priorities have been lost. Legislators are neglecting middle-class families while rewarding special interests.
To invest in our people, we'll close corporate tax loopholes in the state and expand tax deductions for middle-class Oklahomans and small businesses.
Source: 2018 gubernatorial campaign website DrewForOklahoma.com
Jun 23, 2018
Walker Stapleton:
Use common-sense cost-benefit analysis to create good jobs
Small businesses are the driving force behind Colorado's economy. Creating a positive business environment that works for businesses big and small, will be essential to restoring equitable growth that extends to all Coloradans in all corners of our
great state. As Governor, I will apply a strict cost-benefit analysis to any bill that crosses my desk, and will work with the legislature to promote common sense solutions that will create jobs and improve the lives of families across our state.
Source: 2018 gubernatorial campaign website StapletonForColorado.com
Jun 23, 2018
Richard Cordray:
Nurture small businesses rooted in local communities
Ohio has fewer jobs today than it had in 2001. Local communities need to be equal partners in job growth strategies. Currently many feel left out. We must be more effective in spreading economic opportunity around. At the same time, we are missing
other opportunities. Small businesses rooted in local communities frequently create quality jobs that stand the test of time. Small business, nurtured with appropriate resources and support, can foster sustainable economic growth and innovation.
Source: 2018 Ohio gubernatorial campaign website CordrayForOhio.com
Apr 4, 2018
Dan Schwartz:
Bringing in high tech business will help increase paychecks
Nevada can no longer cater to low wage jobs. A job boom isn't good when someone has to work 3 of them just to make ends meet. Every Nevadan should have an opportunity to choose a career that will allow him/her to save for the future, to offer their
children a better life. Dan will focus on bringing new industries to Nevada, specifically in the fields of drones, water tech, and alternative energy. Dan has begun the process of what it will take to encourage these industries to move to Nevada.
Source: 2018 Nevada Gubernatorial campaign website DanForNevada.com
Mar 31, 2018
Adam Laxalt:
Remove barriers to job creation and business expansion
Nevada's economy has made great strides in recent years, and I believe we have the potential to enter a new period of enormous prosperity and opportunity--if we take an effective, forward-looking approach to developing our economy. As Governor, I'll
promote policies that take advantage of Nevada's many natural economic strengths, remove barriers to job creation and business expansion, and empower our education system to equip our future workers with the skills they need to succeed. That means
eliminating unnecessary regulations and licensing requirements that only serve to stifle private-sector job growth and keep individuals out of the workforce. It means creating an environment that allows Nevada to become the most economically competitive
state. By building an economic climate where businesses can innovate and grow, and where individuals can acquire the tools they need to get ahead, we can achieve the goal of providing each of our citizens with access to a better life.
Source: 2018 Nevada Gubernatorial campaign website AdamLaxalt.com
Mar 21, 2018
Jared Fisher:
Too many regulations work as roadblocks for business growth
Diversifying Nevada's Economy: Gaming and tourism will always be the financial lifeblood of Nevada's economy, but we must diversify our industries and our revenue sources so that downturns in the economy do not devastate our lower-income residents.
Currently, approximately 25 percent of the state's revenues come from taxes and public monies generated by gaming revenues. When tourism becomes subject to a weak economy, this extremely high percentage can put Nevada in a perilous position.
This means that Nevada must be pro-active in developing other industries to shoulder some of these public money burdens.We Must Reduce Growth-Hindering Regulations:
There are too many regulations that work as roadblocks for business growth. I'm in favor of de-regulating and reducing the bureaucracy for small businesses. This way, Nevada can compete with high-tech states such as California and Massachusetts.
Source: 2018 Nevada Governor campaign website FisherForNevada.com
Mar 21, 2018
Doug Robinson:
To help the economy, government has to get out of the way
In 2015 Colorado had the 7th highest GDP growth in the US. This is good, but we can do better to provide economic opportunity for our citizens by:-
Promoting our vital industries--oil and gas, tourism, agriculture, technology, telecom, defense, health care, financial services, manufacturing--by performing a thorough regulatory review to reduce burdensome and outdated regulations.
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Making ourselves a leader in emerging technologies. We have the ability to bring thousands of good jobs to Colorado through active leadership by engaging our universities,
businesses and entrepreneurs to build our software, internet of things, cybersecurity and bio-science industries.
Source: 2018 Colorado governor campaign website DougForColorado.com
Aug 1, 2017
Deedra Abboud:
Press business on needs of workers, environment
I have worked for racial and economic justice for more than thirty years and wrote a major book on the South African divestment movement. I know how far we still need to go to bring justice to our economy and our land.
Throughout my life I have done that--as the founder or leader of powerful organizations like Ceres, the Global Reporting Initiative, the Investor Network on Climate Risk, and the New Economy Coalition.
Working with groups from around the globe, I took on the world's biggest corporations and successfully pressed them to measure and disclose their impacts on workers, human rights, climate change, and the environment.
Together we succeeded in driving sustainability straight into the heart of our corporate economy.
Source: 2018 gubernatorial campaign website BobMassie2018.com
Jul 17, 2017
Nate Boulton:
Tax credits & corporate giveaways have hurt economy
We need a long term plan to grow Iowa's economy for the next generation. The Branstad-Reynolds administration has lowered Iowa from an economy driven by a reliable and productive workforce into a coupon economy: using short-term planning and attracting
low-paying, low-skilled jobs by being the lowest bidder. Nate will reevaluate the $600 million (and growing) in tax credits and giveaways that have ruined our state's budget and actually hurt our economy for the long term.
Source: 2018 Iowa gubernatorial campaign website BoultonForIowa.com
Jul 17, 2017
Adam Putnam:
Cut regulations & taxes for farms & businesses
Working on his family's citrus and cattle farm taught him that business is not just business. It's personal. Adam knows what ramifications government regulations can have on Florida farms and small businesses.
That is why Adam is committed to cutting taxes and eliminating burdensome regulations in order to strengthen the economy, create jobs, and put more money back in Floridians' pockets.
Source: 2018 Florida Gubernatorial campaign website AdamPutnam.com
Jul 12, 2017
George Brauchler:
Protect business from excessive regulation
The burdens of government are too often placed on the shoulders of Colorado families and inhibit their ability to achieve economic prosperity.
Our businesses, both large and small, are the backbone of our economy. I will protect Colorado's businesses from excessive regulation and government overreach.
Source: 2018 Colorado Gubernatorial campaign website george2018.com
Jul 12, 2017
Casey Cagle:
Keep taxes on business that create jobs low
Government cannot create jobs, but it can help create the kind of environment that jobs need to flourish. First and foremost, this means keeping taxes on business that create jobs low and ensuring that we do not overburden our business environment with
counterproductive regulations that have been such a problem in other, more liberal states.Since his election, Lt. Governor Cagle has worked ceaselessly to create this kind of environment in Georgia, helping to recruit several major employers to our
state. Additionally, his dedication to helping small businesses grow continues to offer hope and options to the job creators of tomorrow in Georgia.
In addition to keeping taxes and regulation under control, we must also provide the basic
infrastructure that employers need in order to come to Georgia. This includes a strong education system, good roads, and investing in deepening the Savannah harbor so that large cargo vessels can reach our factories and consumers.
Source: 2018 Georgia gubernatorial campaign website CaseyCagle.com
May 2, 2017
Daniel Biss:
The rich have set up a system that benefits them
It's about us. People across Illinois are hurting, and it's time to be honest about why. For too long, the rich, special interests and political insiders have made decisions about us, without us. They have set up a system that benefits them, and the
rest of us are paying the price.Daniel isn't a millionaire or part of any political machine. As a math professor and legislator, Daniel has spent his career finding solutions to complex problems.
The challenges facing Illinois are serious, but they are not unsolvable. This election is a chance to take control of our future. By being bolder than what's come before, and by giving everyone a seat at the table,
we can honor our commitments and make real investments in our people and our neighborhoods.
The only thing more powerful than money and the machine is people, ready to take their state back. That's what this campaign is about--it's about us. Join us.
Source: 2018 Illinois gubernatorial campaign website DanielBiss.com
May 2, 2017
Gary Richardson:
End special tax breaks encouraged by lobbyists
We must create an environment that encourages all businesses to thrive in our state, not just those that can afford six-figure lobbyists to give them "special tax breaks."
We need to look at restructuring the tax system that is more business friendly while ensuring everyone pays their fair share. Only then can our entire state see long-term economic growth.
Source: 2018 Oklahoma governor campaign website GaryRichardson.org
May 2, 2017
Jim Renacci:
Reduce the corporate tax rate to 25%, and individuals too
We should be doing everything we can to advance solutions that will grow our stagnant economy. We currently have the highest corporate tax rate in the industrialized world, which has led to more jobs overseas and fewer here at home. We need to reduce
the corporate tax rate to 25 percent, which will lead to the creation of more jobs & increased global competitiveness. We need to reduce rates and consolidate today's individual brackets to ensure that taxpayers face maximum rates of 25 percent or lower.
Source: 2018 Ohio gubernatorial campaign website renacci.house.gov
May 2, 2017
Bob Harlow:
Competitive grants to small business plus startup incubators
Help Wisconsinites grow Wisconsinites grow Wisconsin ideas and research into successful businesses: I want advances in medicine, biotech, energy, agriculture, and materials to grow into
Wisconsin businesses that create good paying jobs and ship high value exports. I will help you grow your Wisconsin business by awarding competitive grants to small businesses in
Wisconsin and creating startup incubators that are attached to our public colleges and universities.
These resources will be provided on a competitive basis to Wisconsin small businesses in exchange for an ownership stake held by the people of Wisconsin.
Source: 2018 Wisconsin Gubernatorial campaign website BobHarlow.net
Mar 15, 2017
Brian Kemp:
Invest Georgia Exemption: first business $1M in exempt IPO
As a small business owner himself, Brian Kemp is very sensitive to how government red tape can hinder the growth and prosperity of Georgia's businesses. That's why, as our Secretary of State, Brian Kemp has aggressively implemented fiscally conservative
business principles and new technologies to help remove the government red tape and regulations that block economic recovery and job growth.In December 2011, Kemp launched the Invest Georgia Exemption (IGE) through his office's Securities Division.
The IGE gives Georgia businesses the ability to raise up to $1 million from Georgia residents in a public offering.
This new form of "crowdfunding" provides greater investment opportunities for Georgia citizens and promotes the growth of Georgia's
small businesses. It is the perfect conservative policy solution that empowers entrepreneurs to succeed rather than government picking "winners and losers" in the marketplace. 31 businesses have filed for the IGE since its inception.
Source: 2018 Georgia Governor campaign website KempMeansBusiness.com
Mar 15, 2017
Mary Taylor:
Common Sense Initiative: reform Ohio's regulatory policies
Taylor was sworn in as Ohio's 65th Lieutenant Governor on January 10, 2011, the same day Governor John R. Kasich named her to lead CSI Ohio--the "Common Sense Initiative" to reform Ohio's regulatory policies, as well as to serve as the director of the
Ohio Department of Insurance. These two assignments dovetail together and provide the perfect launching pad for working to make Ohio a jobs--and business--friendly state. CSI Ohio will review
Ohio's regulatory system to eliminate excessive and duplicative rules that stand in the way of job creation and the regulatory mission of the Department of Insurance is a good place to start.
As Auditor of State, Taylor transformed the office into a nationally-recognized, 21st-century government auditing office.
Source: 2018 OH Governor campaign website governor.ohio.gov
Mar 11, 2017
Prasad Srinivasan:
Financial assessment of new regulations on small businesses
Allow business to grow to strengthen our economy so that we all flourish:- Co sponsored legislation and over-rode a governor veto to require an assessment of financial impact of new regulations on small businesses (SB 302)
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Co sponsored legislation to bolster the state aerospace industry
- Co sponsored legislation to allow businesses to fix first-time regulatory violations in a timely manner without civil penalty (HB 5500)
Source: 2018 CT Governor campaign website SrinivasanForGovernor.com
Mar 11, 2017
Chris Kennedy:
Celebrate family businesses, not consolidation & conformity
Family businesses are under a lot of pressure these days. Consolidation has probably been the single most important economic trend of the last two decades. Half of the entire United States fast food industry is controlled by just six companies.
Consolidation is affecting financial institutions, and it is affecting retail, manufacturing, and large-scale corporate mergers and acquisitions as well. But the real estate and construction industries are the bulwark against these massive trends of
consolidation and conformity. You are the spearhead of individuality and one of the only things keeping our cities and our country from subsuming to the effects of robotic leadership and generic branding offered by big-box retailers or the
oppressive limitations in our choices, forced upon us by enormous corporate entities. The challenges we face from consolidation make it even more imperative that we pause to celebrate the successes of family businesses that keep our city so unique."
Source: 2018 Gubernatorial campaign website, KennedyForIllinois.com
Jan 31, 2017
Andy McGuire:
State loans for new or expanding small town businesses
I'll also look for new ways to help businesses through the creation of regional targeted loan funds that are tasked with encouraging economic development in towns smaller than 25,000 residents.
These funds can be used to help existing businesses that are looking to expand or new companies looking to open that can show economic viability.
Source: 2018 Iowa governor campaign website McGuireForGovernor.com
Jul 2, 2016
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