Film incentives face uncertain future in Legislature
Tax incentives for the film industry may wind up on the cutting room floor yet this spring, after the House Tax Policy Committee began hearings this week on a bill to end the program on Oct. 1.
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Michigan film incentives targeted for cuts
Gov. Rick Snyder proposed Wednesday to cut $12 million in film and television incentives to address a current-year budget shortfall but wants to restore funding to $50 million for the 2016 fiscal year.
Michigan Historical Museum getting $1-million upgrade
Since 1989, more than 2 million visitors — including many students on field trips — have perused the exhibits at the Michigan Historical Museum in Lansing.
Michigan State Rep Wants to Cancel Film Subsidies
A Republican state Representative wants to bring the curtains down on incentives given to the film industry to produce movies in Michigan.
Bill May Entice Filmmakers To Return To Michigan
The Michigan film incentives have passed another hurdle to surviving for the long run — and to attracting more famous superheroes.
Michigan House OKs film incentives with 7-year sunset
Incentives for the film industry would extend beyond a 2017 expiration date, but only until the end of 2021, according to a bill passed by the state House of Representatives Thursday with bipartisan support.. 73-37
Michigan film subsidies star in legislative drama
The stage is set for more drama over Michigan's future role in the motion picture and digital media industry when lawmakers get back Tuesday from their Thanksgiving recess.
Should Michigan Subsidize Film?
The Michigan Senate voted 32-4 to extend the state's film subsidy program beyond its 2017 sunset and eliminate a cap on what taxpayers will pay for out-of-state workers.
Film Incentive Bill Fast Tracked Through Michigan Senate
Ben Affleck did not make an appearance in the Senate chamber today, but legislators apparently didn't require Batman's encouragement to pass a bill that would boost the state's commitment to the film industry.
Michigan Activity Pass Featured Art Museums
Fall is just around the corner. Check out some colorful art from one the art museums listed below!
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