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House passes HB 17 to create $3 million Motion Picture Incentive Fund
Summary
The Utah House approved House Bill 17 to establish a $3 million annual Motion Picture Incentive Fund aimed at attracting film and television production to the state; proponents cited a prior $1 million pilot and an estimated $4–$6 economic return per dollar, while some members raised content and oversight concerns.
The Utah House voted to approve House Bill 17, the Motion Picture Incentive Fund, sending the measure to the Senate after a 58-14 roll call.
Sponsor Representative Cheryl Allen said the bill responds to task force recommendations and a prior $1 million pilot from the Industrial Assistance Fund. "It creates an incentive fund of $3,000,000 to be used annually," she said, describing the program as an economic development tool with criteria designed to favor productions that promote Utah and bring work to rural areas.
Supporters said the incentives…
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