CA SB611

Replaces requirements for "minorities and women" representation summaries with broader "workforce development plans" for underserved communities in motion picture tax credit applications.

Authorizes an additional 20% tax credit on qualified wages paid to graduates of the Career Pathways Training program or equivalent approved programs, if the production files an approved workforce development plan and employs program graduates in at least 60% of departments.

Establishes a pilot Career Pathways Training program funded by fees from qualifying taxpayers to provide technical skills training for individuals from underserved communities entering film and television industry jobs.

Requires the California Film Commission to identify a non-profit fiscal agent and engage labor-management training programs to implement the Career Pathways Training initiative with state oversight.

Takes effect immediately as a tax levy, requiring a two-thirds vote in each legislative house due to increased tax obligations for taxpayers under California Constitution Article XIII A.