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DE HB237

Bill

Status

Introduced

6/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Smith

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Origin

House of Representatives

153rd General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Creates a 30% transferable tax credit for qualified production activities in Delaware's film, television, esports, and videogame industries, with credits applicable against state income or bank franchise taxes

  • Requires qualified companies to have at least $500,000 in qualified expenditures during the tax year to be eligible, with credits transferable, sellable, or assignable to other parties

  • Caps total annual tax credit awards at $25,000,000 per fiscal year

  • Mandates that qualified companies provide internship opportunities for Delaware residents and submit to a full audit of expenditures before credits are awarded

  • Establishes the Delaware Motion Picture and Television Development Commission to administer the program, with biennial reporting requirements on economic impact, employment, and credits issued beginning 2 years after the act takes effect on July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 30 Of The Delaware Code Relating To The Delaware Entertainment Job Act.

Last Action

Not Worked in Committee

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Revenue & Finance6/30/2025

Full Bill Text

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