2008 House Bill 5849

Facilitate and authorize tax breaks for Michigan film production

Introduced in the House

Feb. 28, 2008

Introduced by Rep. Marc Corriveau (D-20)

To authorize Michigan Business Tax breaks for “job training” expenses incurred by film, TV and digital media productions in Michigan.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce

March 11, 2008

Reported without amendment

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

March 12, 2008

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 House 108 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

March 13, 2008

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Tourism