California Approves Record 51 Projects for Film and TV Tax Credits

The program is projected to generate $580 million in economic activity and $346 million in wages while fostering geographic production diversity.

The California Film Commission has approved 51 projects for the state's tax credit program, the highest number ever in a single application window.
The approved projects are expected to generate nearly $580 million in expenditures and over $346 million in wages, creating over 6,400 jobs.
31 of the productions will film outside of Los Angeles, with over 360 combined shoot days planned across counties like San Diego, Oakland, and Merced.
Governor Gavin Newsom has proposed increasing the program's funding from $330 million to $750 million to combat competition from other states and countries.
Legislators are working on bills to simplify application processes for the tax credit program, which has also helped productions recover from wildfire disruptions.