Telework Tax Incentives and Reimbursements

The State of Virginia offers up to $35,000 in tax incentives and reimbursements based on the following: 

• Laptops for teleworkers
• Computer peripherals for teleworkers (such as printers, all-in-one printer/scanner/fax machines, web cams, and more)
• Broadband Internet access for teleworkers
• Other telecommunications equipment and charges for teleworkers
• Centralized remote connectivity infrastructure (such as computers/server equipment)
• Telecommunications/VOIP Solutions
• Telework Center fees
• Consultant Services (Human Resources assistance, Information Technology assistance; installation of software and hardware; teleworker support; and real estate consolidation assistance)

*Exceptions will be evaluated on a case by case basis. i.e. new technology, equipment, etc.

The State of Georgia offers up to $20,000 in tax incentives and reimbursements for the same items as Virginia.  Georgia also offers a tax credit of up to $1,200 per employee if they implement Telework programs.  These tax incentives include various industries including Manufacturing, Light Industrial, Warehouse Distribution, Headquarters, Research and Development, Customer Service Centers, Data Centers, and Tourism. 

The State of Maryland offers a 25% tax credit to offset the expense of establishing a formal Telework program.  They also offer a $500 tax credit to employees for setting up a home office.  Maryland is working to expand the current program.

The State of California offers $500 per employee up to various maximum amounts to offset the cost of setting up a formal Telework program.  The state varies by county, but on average this reimbursement is what applies.  The state has been working to expand the current Telework incentive programs.  We anticipate the incentives will be expanded greatly in the near future in California

The State of Colorado is currently looking at expanding their “request” for employers to seriously consider Telework options.  The Clean Air groups are promoting more virtual work arrangements for employers.  The state is discussing tax incentives to assist with this initiative

The State of Kansas is offering assistance from an ADA perspective to find work from home positions and provide financial assistance to offset the cost of setting up a home office

The State of New York is promoting more remote work options to ease the traffic congestions within various areas of New York.  They are also looking at expanding Telework incentives.