Brown's plan would expand a tax credit for small businesses that hire new employees. It would also give companies a sales tax break on the purchase of manufacturing equipment. But the centerpiece is something he's tried unsuccessfully to win Republican support for in the past: He wants to require all businesses - in-state or out-of-state - to base corporate tax payments on their sales in California.
Governor Brown "But I'm going to ask the republicans this time to join with me, join with the business community in freeing up money that is encouraging job flight and making it available for job growth."