Issue Position: Creating the Environment for Businesses to Thrive and Create Jobs in Pennsylvania

Issue Position

Businesses of all sizes are struggle in a weak economy. It is imperative all governmental entities reduce the regulatory, tax, and judicial burdens which are stifling economy growth and are inhibiting businesses from creating jobs and lowering the unemployment rate.

-Phase down the Corporate Net Income Tax, which is the 2nd highest in the U.S.
-Create a one stop point of contact for businesses to obtain licenses and permits.
-Tort reform to improve the judicial climate, lower health care premiums, and keep doctors practicing in Pennsylvania.
-Continue the phase out of the Corporate Stock and Franchise Tax (CSFT).
-Ensure small businesses have a voice when government regulations are developed.
-Overhaul our unemployment compensation and worker's compensation systems.
-Provide regulation relief and duplication of government mandates for all businesses.

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