Learn about the potential Illinois Senate Bill to provide tax credits to Venture Capital Firms and Angel Investors who invest in Illinois emerging technology and startup companies.

1. Angel Investment Credit Presented by: David Szostak – Owner / Principal Consultant May 4, 2010

2. SB 1522 (SB 3654) Emerging Technology Industries Act Started in 2009 $10 million grant-matching program for emerging technology enterprises $15 million investment tax credit for Venture Capital (VC) or Angel Investors 13 Senate / 40 House Sponsors Passed the Senate

3. SB 1522 (SB 3654) Emerging Technology Industries Act Started in 2009 $10 million grant-matching program for emerging technology enterprises $15 million investment tax credit for Venture Capital (VC) or Angel Investors 13 Senate / 40 House Sponsors Passed the Senate Create New Jobs!

4. SB 3710 Angel Investment Credit Started in 2010 No matching-grant program for businesses $10 million investment tax credit for VC or Angel Investors New life, no guarantees, other potential opportunities

5. Proponents/Opponents Proponents Northwestern University IL Biotechnology Industry Organization IL Chamber of Commerce Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Opponents Taxpayers’ Federation of IL

6. Qualified Investor is… Individual – At least $25,000 IL corporation – A least $250,000 IL VC firm

7. Qualified IL VC Firm is… Invests in privately held companies for emerging technology 2 principals with at least 5 years of VC experience 1 year of experience in investing in emerging technology

8. Amount of Tax Credit Equal to 25% of the qualified investment $50,000 for individual $250,000 for corporation or VC firm Max credit amount may not exceed $500,000 Credits may be carried forward for 5 years

10. Summary Provide early-stage financing to high-growth companies Potential $40 million for qualified businesses Qualified applicants (investors and businesses) are determined by the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) Create New Jobs!

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