How much state incentives might Anthem get for Atlanta tech center?
Health care giant Anthem's plan for a technology center in Atlanta's tallest tower could come with an incentive package valued at more than $50 million, according to an analysis by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution.
Anthem, parent of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Georgia, made waves this week when it announced plans to put 1,800 new jobs in Bank of America Plaza.
As a result, the company could be eligible for one of the state’s more lucrative statutory incentives called Mega Project Tax Credits. If Anthem reaches certain criteria, the company could get tax credits totaling $47.25 million, on top of a state grant of $3.6 million.
Local incentives are possible.
“We have a long history in the state already and have made other significant investments including our Innovation Center in Tech Square and a new facility in Columbus,” Gene Rodriguez, a spokeswoman for Anthem, said in an email. “So, we are committed to the state and its workforce. Our plan is to continue to grow our footprint in the state over the next six years and tap into its talent pipeline.”
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