Arizona State Trade Expansion Program (STEP)

Administered by Arizona Commerce Authority · Arizona

BENEFIT

Negotiated / contact agency

Deadline type: rolling

Eligibility Requirements

1Small businesses meeting SBA size standards
2Exploring export opportunities or entering new international markets
3Covers trade missions, export training, website localization
4Engaged in international exports

Eligible Project Types

Small Business

STACKING POTENTIAL

Arizona State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) is stackable — it can be combined with other federal, state, and local programs on the same project. Michigan and Ohio projects commonly stack this program with Federal Historic Tax Credit, New Markets Tax Credit, and Opportunity Zone deferral to maximize total incentive value. Use GrantRadar to see your full stack.

AFTER YOU WIN

View the Arizona State Trade Expansion Program (STEP) compliance checklist →

Reporting deadlines, vendor rules, and the disallowed-cost pitfalls that trigger clawbacks.

Source: Arizona Commerce Authority official program page ↗ · Last verified 2026-06-23

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