Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2212

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Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
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Caption

Relating to the promotion of film and television production in this state, including the eligibility of film or television productions for funding under the major events reimbursement program, the creation of a film events trust fund and a film production tax rebate trust fund, the establishment of virtual film production institutes, and the designation of media production development zones.

Impact

This bill is expected to stimulate economic growth by attracting more film and television productions to Texas, which can result in increased local revenue from taxes associated with such events. The creation of designated media production development zones is included, where local governments can nominate sites for media production, which will then be eligible for various financial incentives. The goal is to position Texas as a competitive destination for film and television production, enhancing job creation and economic sustainability in the states involved.

Summary

House Bill 2212 focuses on enhancing the film and television production industry in Texas by creating numerous financial incentives and establishing educational opportunities. It proposes the formation of a film events trust fund and a film production tax rebate trust fund, both designed to encourage and support film and multimedia productions within the state. Additionally, it aims to promote virtual film production via the establishment of virtual film production institutes at Texas A&M University and Texas State University, fostering education and engagement in this emerging field.

Contention

Some points of contention surrounding HB 2212 may include concerns over the allocation of state funds for the film industry and the potential for inequities in the distribution of resources for local film events. Additional scrutiny might be directed at ensuring that benefits extend to a diverse range of productions and not just large-budget films. The balance between state support and local control in managing these funds and incentives could spark debate among lawmakers, as well as among local communities who may feel the impacts of these changes.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

  • Chapter 485. Music, Film, Television, And Multimedia Industries
    • Section: New Section
    • Section: 004
    • Section: 005
    • Section: 006
  • Chapter 480. Events Trust Fund
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

TX HB1452

Duplicate Relating to the promotion of film and television production in this state, including the eligibility of film or television productions for funding under the major events reimbursement program, the creation of a film events trust fund and a film production tax rebate trust fund, the establishment of virtual film production institutes, and the designation of media production development zones.

Similar Bills

TX HB4419

Relating to the promotion of film and television production in this state, including the eligibility of film or television productions for funding under the major events reimbursement program, the creation of a film events trust fund and a film production tax rebate trust fund, the establishment of virtual film production institutes, and the designation of media production development zones.

TX HB1452

Relating to the promotion of film and television production in this state, including the eligibility of film or television productions for funding under the major events reimbursement program, the creation of a film events trust fund and a film production tax rebate trust fund, the establishment of virtual film production institutes, and the designation of media production development zones.

TX HB4174

Relating to the nonsubstantive revision of the event reimbursement programs, including the Pan American Games trust fund, Olympic Games trust fund, Major Events reimbursement program fund, Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and Events trust fund; including conforming amendments.

TX HB3613

Relating to a Pan American Games trust fund, an Olympic Games trust fund, a Major Events trust fund, a Motor Sports Racing trust fund, and an Events trust fund for sporting and non-sporting events, and to the abolishment of the special event trust fund.

TX SB633

Relating to certain event trust funds and the abolishment of the special event trust fund.

TX HB26

Relating to state economic development measures, including administration of the Texas Enterprise Fund, creation of the Economic Incentive Oversight Board and the governor's university research initiative, abolishment of the Texas emerging technology fund, and renaming the Major Events trust fund to the Major Events Reimbursement Program.

TX SB1678

Relating to the events and expenses eligible for, reporting requirements concerning disbursements from, and a study by the comptroller of the Major Events trust fund and the Events trust fund.

TX SB1727

Relating to the use of the Texas emissions reduction plan fund.