SB1629

Hawaii SB1629 modernizes film and media production tax credits to boost the state's media industry.

Hawaii SB1629 enhances Hawaii's film, television, and digital media tax credits to support high-quality productions and create a favorable economic climate for private investment. The bill provides an additional five percent in credits for productions meeting minimum filming requirements at a qualified production facility. It also exempts certain amounts from the general excise tax, including wages, salaries, payroll taxes, insurance premiums, and benefits for cast, crew, and musicians.