California Legislature Passes $750 Million Film Tax Credit Expansion

California Legislature Passes $750 Million Film Tax Credit Expansion

The California Legislature has passed a budget trailer bill expanding the state's Film and Television Tax Credit Program from $330 million to $750 million, sending the measure to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk for his signature. Democratic Caucus Chair Rick Chavez Zbur announced the adoption of SB 132, which was included in the state budget agreement. […] The post California Legislature Passes $750 Million Film Tax Credit Expansion first appeared on S…

California Raises Film Tax Credits - But Is It Too Late?

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