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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-R ___
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CULVER CITY IN SUPPORT OF CALIFORNIA SENATE BILL
630 (ALLEN) AND ASSEMBLY BILL 1138 (ZBUR) TO
EXPAND AND MODERNIZE CALIFORNIA’S FILM AND
TELEVISION TAX CREDIT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Legislative intent of California Senate Bill 630 and Assembly Bill 1138 (2025 Legislative Session) seek s to amend, update, and modernize California’s Film and Television Tax Credit Program to protect and bring back jobs that are leaving California for other states and international locations in the increasingly competitive motion picture and television production industry; and
WHEREAS, the City of Culver City recognizes the significant economic, cultural, and social contributions of the entertainment industry to our community, including the creation of thousands of high -wage jobs, support for small businesses, and the generation of substantial economic activity; and
WHEREAS, California’s Film and Television Tax Credit Program has been instrumental in maintaining the state's position as a global leader in film and television production; however, increasing competition from other states and countries offering aggressive tax incentives has led to a decline in production and job losses within California; and
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 630 and Assembly Bill 1138, seek to modernize and expand the Film and Television Tax Credit Program to help ensure that California remains competitive, retains production jobs, and continues to be a hub for creativity and innovation; and
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WHEREAS, the proposed Bills increase the annual funding for the program, broaden the scope of qualifying productions, and provide enhanced incentives to attract and retain film and television projects in California; and
WHEREAS, the City of Culver City, known as a community that is deeply embedded in the entertainment industry, stands to benefit from the proposed expansion through job creation, economic development, and the continued vitality of our local businesses; and
WHEREAS, supporting Senate Bill 630 and Assembly Bill 1138 align with the City of Culver City's commitment to fostering a thriving creative economy and ensuring equitable opportunities for all residents.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Culver City, California, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, as follows:
1. The City Council of the City of Culver City hereby expresses its strong support for Senate Bill 630 and Assembly Bill 1138 and urges the California State Legislature to pass the bill to modernize and expand the Film and Television Tax Credit Program.
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2. The City Manager is directed to transmit copies of this Resolution to the California State Legislature to advocate for the passage of Senate Bill 630 and Assembly Bill 1138.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED on the _____day of __________, 2025.
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DAN O’BRIEN, Mayor
City of Culver City, California
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_______________________________ ____________________________ JEREMY BOCCHINO, City Clerk HEATHER BAKER, City Attorney