(20 ILCS 605/605-312)
Sec. 605-312. Advanced science and technology study. Subject to appropriation, the Department may conduct a research study regarding the creation of advanced science zones and other innovative policy proposals to encourage the creation of appropriately compensated high-skill and high-technology jobs in Illinois. The purpose of the study is to explore ways and means of stimulating growth, stabilization, and retention of advanced sciences in the State by means of relaxed government controls and tax incentives in those areas. The study shall provide, but not be limited to, detailed information including best practices for the creation and administration of advanced science zones in Illinois. The research study may also include data regarding the creation of financing programs and tax incentives for businesses and institutions located within advanced science zones. In conducting the research and in formulating its recommendations, the Department must be advised by and shall consult with the appropriate committees of the Senate and House of Representatives. The Department shall review and consider strategies, programs, and practices that have been implemented in other states and shall seek and consider the views and recommendations of both the public and private sectors. A copy of the completed research report shall be made available to members of the General Assembly upon their request no later than January 31, 2008.
(Source: P.A. 95-494, eff. 8-28-07.)
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