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AR SB841
Bill
Status
4/27/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jimmy Jeffress
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AI Summary
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Increases production and postproduction rebate amounts from 15% to 20% with no cap per production for qualified film and digital content projects in Arkansas.
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Expands definition of "below-the-line employees" to include Arkansas residents subject to Arkansas income tax, while continuing to exclude actors, directors, producers, and writers.
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Extends deadline for production companies to apply for rebate certificates from 90 days to one (1) year after final production expenses are incurred.
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Transfers administrative authority over the rebate program from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission to the Film Office division.
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Clarifies that the first $500,000 of a highly compensated individual's salary is excluded from eligibility, but the employment rebate includes the first $500,000 of highly compensated individuals' aggregate payroll.
Legislative Description
To Revise The Digital Product And Motion Picture Industry Development Act Of 2009; To Increase The Rebate Amount; To Address Expenditures Eligible For The Rebate.
Last Action
Senate Sine Die adjournment
4/27/2011