With the availability of tax incentives to start or expand a telework program, volatile gas prices and traffic congestion, there has never been a better time to consider the role of telework in your operational strategy. Apply for the Georgia Telework Tax Credit today with help from our telework team.

The State of Georgia was among the first states in the nation to offer a telework tax credit for employers. The Georgia General Assembly has allotted up to $2.5 million in credits for the 2011 tax year.

Businesses that start or expand telework programs can apply to receive the Georgia Telework Tax Credit (Code 48-7-29.11) in 2011:

• Up to $20,000 tax credit for planning, consulting, training and/or raw labor costs associated with starting or expanding a telework program*
• Additional tax credit of up to $1,200 per new teleworker
• Eligible expenses include equipment (computers, telecommunications, data entry, data processing) and software

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To apply, employers must submit the tax credit application to the State Revenue Commissioner by October 31, 2010.

Employers will be informed of acceptance by December 31, 2010. Credits will be taken after purchases or payment in the form of a credit for the 2011 tax year. If the amounts of credits requested exceed the budgeted $2.5 million, then funds will be dispersed among employers on a pro rata basis.

Find out answers to frequently asked telework tax credit questions here.

The Clean Air Campaign’s telework experts can further explain how the credit works and they can even help guide you through the application process.

Contact us to learn more.

* Tax credits will be based on location of business within or outside of nonattainment areas for air pollution.

NOTE: The Clean Air Campaign, Inc., is not engaged in rendering legal or financial advice, and provides this information free of charge solely to assist businesses exploring benefits for their respective employees. The information presented here does not constitute official tax guidance or a ruling by the U.S. Government. Taxpayers are encouraged to consult with the Internal Revenue Service or a tax professional for specific guidance related to the Federal tax law. By using these materials, the recipient (1) acknowledges and agrees that The Clean Air Campaign, Inc. makes no representations regarding the sufficiency (legal or otherwise) of these materials in any particular jurisdiction or for any particular business purpose, and (2) voluntarily and knowingly assumes all risks associated with their use.