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B&O Tax Credit for out-of-state sales
WWI worked hard to extend a fruit and vegetable manufacturing tax exemption that was set to expire July 1, 2012. Wineries currently receive this business and occupation tax exemption for out-of-state (export) sales. If the exemption had expired on July 1, many wineries would have seen an increase on the cost of exporting wine out of state. Wineries looking to expand production and enter new markets outside of Washington would have lost a valuable tool in that effort.
Capital Budget Request: $5 Million for Wine Science Center
WWI worked with our colleagues at the Port of Benton, City of Richland, and WSU on a $5 million capital budget request for the Wine Science Center. The effort was successful and this funding moves the Wine Science Center into the next phase of construction.