HB 233 -- Tax Credits: Lead Abatement Projects Sponsor: Dougherty This bill authorizes various state tax credits to owners of certain child-occupied facilities who participate in a lead abatement project. The credit may be taken against income tax, franchise tax, or financial institutions tax. The credit will be equal to 50% of the lead abatement cost to the owner and cannot be claimed in more than 2 consecutive years. The credit is not refundable but can be carried back for 3 years or forward for 5 years. The bill requires a tax certificate from the Department of Health to qualify for the credit. The credit will apply to tax year 2002 and thereafter.Copyright (c) Missouri House of Representatives