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California Enacts New Post-Production Tax Credit (AB 2319) to Boost Film and TV Industry

California has enacted Assembly Bill 2319, establishing its first standalone tax credit for film and television post-production work, effective January 1, 2027. This new legislation aims to attract high-skilled jobs and economic activity by incentivizing post-production services within the state, even for projects filmed elsewhere.

Julian Mercer· Oct 1· 5 min read
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US Share of Film and TV Production Plummets Over 25 Years, Union Report Reveals

Julian Mercer · Oct 6
California State Capitol building at sunset with a film reel motif, representing the expansion of film tax credits and the state's support for the entertainment industry.

California Governor Signs Bill Expanding Film Tax Credits

Leo Hartmann · Sep 20
The U.S. Capitol building illuminated, with film production equipment in the foreground, symbolizing the film industry's request for a federal tax incentive.

Film Industry Urges Congress to Pass Federal Production Tax Incentive

Leo Hartmann · Sep 19
A dynamic film set illustration symbolizing the positive economic impact of production incentives across the United States.

Film Production Incentives Drive Significant Economic Impact in the US

Unscripted productions in Los Angeles saw 40% fewer shoot days in the second quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2025, as major shows like 'American Idol' and 'The Masked Singer' packed

Julian Mercer· Sep 17· 4 min
A busy film set with crew members working, symbolizing the economic growth and job creation promised by a federal film tax credit.

Federal film tax credit promises major economic boost and job creation

U.S. film and TV production would double by 2032 if Congress passes a federal film incentive, estimates the Motion Picture Association . This expansion would significantly increase domestic content cr

Leo Hartmann· Sep 16· 3 min