Hawaii HB1498 enhances film and media production tax credits to boost local industry and jobs.
Hawaii HB1498 amends the state's tax code to modernize and expand film and media production tax credits. The bill provides additional credits for productions meeting minimum filming requirements at qualified production facilities. It exempts certain costs from general excise tax, including wages, salaries, payroll taxes, and benefits for motion picture project workers. The bill aims to foster local talent pipelines, support educational partnerships, and incentivize hiring of Hawaii residents in production roles.
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