2008 Senate Bill 1172

Facilitate and authorize tax breaks for Michigan film production

Introduced in the Senate

March 4, 2008

Introduced by Sen. Randy Richardville (R-17)

To authorize an income tax deduction for the gain on an investment of more than $25,000 in a production company that shoots a film or TV show in Michigan, if a portion of the principle and gain (if any) is reinvested within two years in another film studio shooting in Michigan. Also, to lower the size of the required investment and extend the time for a required reinvestment in <a href="http://www.michiganvotes.org/2005-SB-533">Senate Bill 533</a> that authorizes similar tax breaks for investments in certain “competitive edge” technologies selected by the legislature.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism

March 12, 2008

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

March 12, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Commerce