BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — North Dakota businesses looking to invest in automation can now apply for the state’s Automation Tax Credit program, the Department of Commerce announced Thursday.
The program offers income tax credits to primary sector businesses that purchase or lease equipment to automate manufacturing or animal agriculture processes.
Eligible businesses can receive a credit worth up to 15% of qualifying expenses. The state has set aside a total of $3 million for the program this year, with portions reserved for first-time applicants and animal agriculture operations.
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To qualify, businesses must be certified as a primary sector company by the Department of Commerce and show that their automation investment leads to measurable improvements —such as at least a 5% increase in wages, safety, or production. The equipment must be located and used in North Dakota.
This year, all applications must be submitted through the program’s online portal by 5 p.m. Central Time on January 31, 2026.
Officials recommend requesting portal access at least three business days before starting the application. A complete submission must include Supplement A and all required documentation.
More information and access to the application portal can be found on the North Dakota Department of Commerce website.
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