Motion picture production tax credit; media-related exemptions, extends sunset provision.
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SB 923 — Motion picture production tax credit; media-related exemptions, extends sunset provision.
Last action — Approved by Governor-Chapter 967 (effective 7/1/20)
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✓Passed Senate
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✓Passed House of Delegates
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✓To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 09, 2020. Enacted.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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4 sponsors
1 primary, 3 co-sponsors signed on.
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Cleared a recorded vote
Passed 7 recorded votes so far.
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Summary
Motion picture production tax credit; media related exemptions. Extends from January 1, 2022, to January 1, 2027, the sunset of the motion picture production tax credit and transfers the certifying authority for the credit from the Virginia Film Office to the Virginia Tourism Authority. The bill also extends from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2027, the sunset for certain sales tax exemptions related to film production and distribution. This bill is identical to HB 1318.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
64 added · 52 removedPlain-language change summary
The amendment to Bill SB 923 includes the addition of several previous legislative sessions in its reference, indicating that the rules around the refundable tax credits for motion picture productions are now more clearly contextualized within a broader legislative framework. Additionally, the changes provided clarity on the eligibility criteria for tax credits related to production expenses. This is important because it helps ensure that filmmakers understand how to properly apply for these credits and know what to expect regarding their eligibility, ultimately supporting the growth of the film industry in Virginia.
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SESSION history | hilite | pdf | print version VIRGINIA ACTS OF ASSEMBLY -- CHAPTER 967 An Act to amend and reenact §§ 58.1-439.12:03 and 58.1-609.6 of the Code of Virginia, relating to motion picture production tax credit;
[S 923] Approved April 9, 2020 Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
View plain text versions (5)
- Acts of Assembly Chapter text (CHAP0967) View text Current html April 09, 2020
- Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB923ER) View text html March 04, 2020
- Committee Substitute Engrossed by House - committee substitute SB923H1 html February 19, 2020
- Committee Substitute Engrossed by Senate - committee substitute SB923S1 html January 30, 2020
- Impact statement from TAX (SB923) View text html January 09, 2020
Action History
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Approved by Governor-Chapter 967 (effective 7/1/20)
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Impact statement from TAX (SB923ER)
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Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 11, 2020
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Enrolled Bill Communicated to Governor on March 12, 2020
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Signed by Speaker
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Signed by President
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Enrolled
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Title replaced 20108312D-H1
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House substitute agreed to by Senate (33-Y 6-N)
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VOTE: Passage (72-Y 27-N)
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Passed House with substitute (72-Y 27-N)
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Engrossed by House - committee substitute SB923H1
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Committee substitute agreed to 20108312D-H1
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Read third time
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Read second time
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Reported from Finance with substitute (15-Y 7-N)
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Committee substitute printed 20108312D-H1
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House subcommittee amendments and substitutes offered
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Subcommittee recommends reporting with substitute (8-Y 1-N)
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Assigned Finance sub: Subcommittee #1
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Referred to Committee on Finance
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Read first time
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Placed on Calendar
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Impact statement from TAX (SB923S1)
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Read third time and passed Senate (36-Y 4-N)
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Passed by temporarily
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Engrossed by Senate - committee substitute SB923S1
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Committee substitute agreed to 20106761D-S1
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Reading of substitute waived
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Read second time
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Constitutional reading dispensed (40-Y 0-N)
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Committee substitute printed 20106761D-S1
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Reported from Finance and Appropriations with substitute (12-Y 1-N)
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Impact statement from TAX (SB923)
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Referred to Committee on Finance and Appropriations
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Presented and ordered printed 20104698D
Sponsors
- L. Louise Lucas · Primary
- Todd E. Pillion · Cosponsor
- Carrie E. Coyner · Cosponsor
- Ruff, Frank M., Jr. · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 144 not signed on · 33 voted No
Sponsors (1)
Co-sponsors (3)
Not signed on (144)
144 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 144 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
Votes
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 33 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 33 | 6 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 83% | 15% | 0% | 3% |
How each member voted (40)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 71 | 27 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 71 | 27 | 0 | 1 |
| % of votes cast | 72% | 27% | 0% | 1% |
How each member voted (99)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 15 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 15 | 7 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 68% | 32% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (22)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsey, Joseph C. | — | Yea |
| Ayala, Hala S. | — | Yea |
| Byron, Kathy J. | — | Yea |
| Campbell, Ronnie R. | — | Yea |
| Carroll Foy, Jennifer D. | — | Yea |
| Carter, Lee J. | — | Nay |
| Don Scott | — | Yea |
| Fowler, Hyland F."Buddy," Jr. | — | Yea |
| Gilbert, C. Todd | — | Nay |
| Heretick, Steve E. | — | Yea |
| Hudson, Sally L. | — | Nay |
| Joseph P. McNamara | — | Nay |
| Keam, Mark L. | — | Yea |
| Kory, Kaye | — | Yea |
| Mugler, Martha M. | — | Yea |
| Murphy, Kathleen | — | Yea |
| Orrock, Robert D., Sr. | — | Yea |
| Poindexter, Charles D. | — | Nay |
| R. Lee Ware | — | Nay |
| Richard C. "Rip" Sullivan, Jr. | — | Yea |
| Thomas C. Wright, Jr. | — | Nay |
| Vivian E. Watts | — | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Total | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| % of votes cast | 73% | 9% | 0% | 18% |
How each member voted (11)
| Member | Party | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Lindsey, Joseph C. | — | Not Voting |
| Ayala, Hala S. | — | Yea |
| Byron, Kathy J. | — | Yea |
| Campbell, Ronnie R. | — | Yea |
| Carroll Foy, Jennifer D. | — | Not Voting |
| Don Scott | — | Yea |
| Fowler, Hyland F."Buddy," Jr. | — | Yea |
| Keam, Mark L. | — | Yea |
| Kory, Kaye | — | Yea |
| R. Lee Ware | — | Nay |
| Vivian E. Watts | — | Yea |
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 36 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 90% | 10% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (40)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unaffiliated | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 100% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (40)
| Party | Yea | Nay | Present | Not Voting |
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| Unaffiliated | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 12 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| % of votes cast | 92% | 8% | 0% | 0% |
How each member voted (13)
| Member | Party | Vote |
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| McClellan, Jennifer L. | — | Yea |
| Barker, George L. | — | Yea |
| David W. Marsden | — | Yea |
| Ebbin, Adam P. | — | Nay |
| Hanger, Emmett W., Jr. | — | Yea |
| Howell, Janet D. | — | Yea |
| L. Louise Lucas | — | Yea |
| Newman, Stephen D. | — | Yea |
| Petersen, J. Chapman | — | Yea |
| R. Creigh Deeds | — | Yea |
| Ruff, Frank M., Jr. | — | Yea |
| Saslaw, Richard L. | — | Yea |
| Vogel, Jill Holtzman | — | Yea |
Subjects
Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 923 do?
- Motion picture production tax credit; media related exemptions. Extends from January 1, 2022, to January 1, 2027, the sunset of the motion picture production tax credit and transfers the certifying authority for the credit from the Virginia Film Office to the Virginia Tourism Authority. The bill also extends from July 1, 2022, to July 1, 2027, the sunset for certain sales tax exemptions related to film production and distribution. This bill is identical to HB 1318.
- Who sponsors SB 923?
- SB 923 is sponsored by L. Louise Lucas, Todd E. Pillion, Coyner, Carrie E., and Ruff, Frank M., Jr..
- What is the current status of SB 923?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 09, 2020. Enacted.
- Where can I track SB 923?
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