Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) amended section 174 of the Code to require capitalization of specified research and development (R&D) expenses (new section 174). Under new section 174, specified R&D expenses must be capitalized and amortized over a 5 or 15-year period (depending on where the research takes place), beginning in the year the expenses are paid or incurred.

With billions in additional tax expense at stake, this law change has important implications for manufacturers and innovation. Join us for this timely update by on federal tax policy and important R&D changes:

•Provide insight into the policy dynamic on Capitol Hill related to section 174

•Review the new capitalization rules, areas of uncertainty, and IRS/Treasury procedural guidance to date

•Outline tangible and proactive steps to take now in compliance with the new rules

Speakers: Mark Denzler, President & CEO, Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, Dave Kautter, Partner, RSM US, Justin Silva, Partner, RSM US Mark Denzler, President & CEO Illinois Manufacturers’ Association