This week the Massachusetts House of Representative began its debate on the state budget. Yesterday we updated you about the successful amendment restoring the MCC’s budget. While the House Budget released on April 15th did not contain any changes to the film and television incentive program, two budget amendments (Amendments 997 and 1054) were filed that would have weakened and/or repealed the film tax production tax incentive.

We are happy to report that those two amendments were defeated!

While support in the House for the film community is very strong, it was key that Representatives heard from you!

See the MPC update below on how you can support our film community!

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Advocacy Update

House Budget Amendments

Thanks to your hundreds and hundreds of emails on Monday the House of Representatives swiftly rejected the repeal of the film production tax incentive that was filed as an amendment to the state budget. Congratulations and great work!

THERE IS A LOT MORE ADVOCACY TO DO

The Senate budget will be released on May 13th. This budget and/or possible amendments could include changes to, or a repeal of the film and television tax incentive program. Also the Governor’s proposal House Bill 62 to eliminate the film incentive has yet to be released from the Joint Committee on Revenue as they are still examining the bill.

We will keep you informed of the issues and actions you can take to keep our industry in Massachusetts. Most importantly, please register early, and attend the Save MA Film Jobs Lobby Day planned for Tuesday, May 12th if you are able to. It is also important that you register in advance if possible so we can have a packet prepared for you at the State House with the name and room number of your state Representative and Senator.

Gardner Auditorium

Massachusetts State House

SCHEDULE

 8:00 AM  Visibility Outside the State House

Industry members will assemble to hold campaign signs “FILMS = JOBS” outside the perimeter of the State House.

10:00 AM  Registration – Gardner Auditorium

Check in to receive packets for Lobby Day. Please arrive early to allow time to pass through security and sign in.

11:00 AM  Program Begins

A brief speaking program will be followed by visiting our State Senators and Representatives asking them to oppose the Governor’s proposal to repeal the film and television production incentive program.

PRE-REGISTER

Advanced registration will allow us to have a packet ready for you to find your Senator and Representative. Pre-Register by emailing your full name and home address to:

filmjobsmay12@gmail.com

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MPC Annual Membership

Your support is needed! Join or renew your annual membership online today to be part of MA’s largest organization of film and media professionals while supporting initiatives to grow the state’s industry.

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