Connecticut Senate Bill SB00577

Connecticut 2013 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/24/13
• Refer: 1/24/13

Caption

An Act Concerning Employment Requirements To Qualify For The Film Production Tax Credit.

Impact

If enacted, SB00577 would alter the landscape of the film industry within the state by prioritizing local hiring. The proposed bill requires compliance from production companies to employ a significant portion of local residents, promoting job opportunities within the state and potentially increasing the economic benefits of film production for local communities and the state economy.

Summary

SB00577, proposed by Senator Guglielmo, aims to amend the film production tax credit by introducing specific employment requirements. It mandates that 35% of all union crews and nonunion production staff must be residents of the state. This change is intended to ensure that local workers benefit from film projects that are eligible for the tax credit, aligning employment opportunities with state residency.

Contention

While supporters of SB00577 argue that it will help sustain local employment and ensure that the economic benefits from the film industry are retained within the state, there may be concerns from producers regarding the constraints on hiring. Critics might argue that the strict requirements could deter film companies from applying for the tax credit or raise production costs, which could ultimately limit the number of film projects in the state.