CA AB2319

Personal Income Tax Law: Corporation Tax Law: credits: qualified motion picture: post-production.

Engrossed House Nick Schultz (D)
Plain English Summary

CA AB2319 aims to create new tax credits for qualified motion picture post-production work in California. This means that companies involved in the post-production phase of filmmaking could receive financial incentives, helping to boost the state's film industry. The bill adds specific sections to the Revenue and Taxation Code to implement these changes.

Supporters Say

Supporters of CA AB2319 would highlight that this bill is a significant step in promoting California's film industry by providing crucial financial support to post-production companies. They would argue that these tax credits will not only encourage more film projects to take place in the state but also create jobs and stimulate the local economy.

Critics Say

Critics of CA AB2319 might argue that the bill represents an unnecessary tax break that could divert funds from other essential state services. They may also express concern that the film industry already receives substantial support and that additional credits may not effectively address broader economic issues faced by the state.

Legislative Votes
Do pass as amended
Senate · Aug 13, 2026
Passed
5
YEA
1
NAY
Placed on suspense file
Senate · Aug 3, 2026
Passed
7
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations]
Senate · Jun 24, 2026
Passed
4
YEA
0
NAY
AB 2319 Schultz Assembly Third Reading
A · May 26, 2026
Passed
73
YEA
3
NAY
Do pass
A · May 14, 2026
Passed
15
YEA
0
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations]
A · Apr 20, 2026
Passed
6
YEA
1
NAY
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Revenue and Taxation]
A · Apr 7, 2026
Passed
8
YEA
0
NAY

Source: LegiScan roll call vote data.

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This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the California State Legislature. Conflict-of-interest analysis for this bill is coming soon.