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Tax Exemption for Broadband Grants

New rules exempt grants for high-speed internet development from income tax. This aims to encourage investment in broadband infrastructure, potentially leading to better internet access for more citizens, especially in rural areas. Companies and organizations receiving these grants will not have to pay tax on them, allowing them to allocate more funds directly to projects.
Key points
Grants for broadband deployment will not be included in taxable income.
The provisions cover grants from various federal and state programs, including those from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Entities benefiting from the exemption cannot claim deductions for expenses covered by these tax-exempt grants, preventing double benefits.
The changes apply to amounts received in tax years ending after March 11, 2021.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5021
Sponsor: Sen. Warner, Mark R. [D-VA]
Process start date: 2022-09-29