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Preliminary film-production study finds $64.6 million gross GVA from incentivized work; recommends reform, staffing and data improvements

2865316 · April 3, 2025
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A preliminary report by Olsberg SPI found $64.6 million in gross GVA in Arkansas from incentivized production between FY2014 and FY2025, recommended reforming the incentive, linking expansion to industry development, expanding film commission staffing and improving data collection; final report expected in about two months.

A preliminary report from Olsberg SPI on Arkansas’ film and motion picture incentive found that incentivized production generated about $64.6 million in gross value added for the state between fiscal 2014 and fiscal 2025 to date.

Leon (surname not provided) of Olsberg SPI briefed the committee. He said the report reflects interviews with more than 30 stakeholders — including producers, business owners,…

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