Helpful information is just a click away.  Below are fact sheets highlighting enterprise zone benefits you can use to share with decision makers and key stakeholders (all files are PDFs. To download, right click the link and select “Save Link As…”):

Oppose Assembly Bill 103
Recently, Governor Jerry Brown’s May Revision proposal to “reform” California’s Enterprise Zone program was included in AB103. If enacted, these changes would destroy the program and disable the state’s ability to attract and retain businesses. Click here to learn why we oppose AB103.

The Truth about Governor Brown’s May Revise
Governor Brown’s May Revise is deceptive and will derail the program’s goals. Click here to learn the truth behind his alleged “reforms.”

Vote No on AB 103 and SB 79
These two bills will eliminate the Enterprise Zone Tax Credit program and raise taxes on businesses in our state.  Learn more about these bills and contact your local legislator and tell them to vote No!

Eliminating Enterprise Zones: A $1 Billion Tax Increase
Governor Jerry Brown has proposed an illegal tax maneuver which is yet another budget gimmick to close California’s budget deficits. Click here to learn how eliminating enterprise zones will hurt the state’s struggling business sector and amounts to a nearly $1 billion tax increase on California businesses.

California Enterprise Zones: An Investment in Jobs
Click here to learn more about how enterprise zones create jobs and build communities.

By the Numbers
In 2010, enterprise zones created or retained more than 118,000 jobs in California.  Learn more here about positive impact enterprise zones are having across the state.

Why is the PPIC Report Misleading and Overreaching?
Many opponents of enterprise zones point to a 2009 report by the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) to support their claims.  But, this report utilized outdated data that is now over seven years old and analyzed enterprise zones no longer in existence.  Learn the truth and facts, as found by the University of Southern California, here.

Frequently Asked Questions
Need the basics on enterprise zones.  Click here to download our FAQ fact sheet.

Sample Letters
Click here to download sample support letters that you can populate and print on your personal or business letterhead. You can also submit letters to your Assembly member and Senator directly on this website by clicking here.

Enterprise Zones Save General Fund Dollars
Enterprise Zones not only create jobs, they create substantial budget savings. Millions of tax dollars are saved each year by employing people previously receiving Unemployment Insurance benefits and other taxpayer-funded programs. Download by clicking here.

Enterprise Zone Impacts
Click the drop down menu below to select a specific enterprise zone and learn more about businesses utilizing benefits as well as new jobs created or retained in each zone.

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