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A 2511

Repeals the Empire state film production credit and the Empire state film post production credit

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe DeStefano and 7 co-sponsors

Repeals New York's Empire State film production and post-production tax credits, removing incentives for projects and affecting studios, investors, and NY-based jobs.

REFERRED TO WAYS AND MEANS
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Bill Summary · A 2511

Summary of Bill A 2511: Repeals the Empire State Film Production Credit and the Empire State Film Post Production Credit

Overview

Bill A 2511 seeks to repeal New York State's Empire State film production credit and the Empire State film post-production credit. Introduced January 17, 2025, the bill has been referred to the Ways and Means committee for consideration. The measure is sponsored by multiple lawmakers with Stephen Hawley listed as the primary sponsor and a slate of cosponsors.

  • Bill Number: A 2511
  • Title: Repeals the Empire state film production credit and the Empire state film post production credit
  • Status: Referred to Ways and Means (January 17, 2025)
  • Introduced: January 17, 2025
  • Primary sponsor: Stephen Hawley
  • Cosponsors: Brian Manktelow, Jeff Gallahan, Chris Tague, David DiPietro, Joe DeStefano, Jodi Giglio, Andrew Molitor
  • Related bills (prior sessions and Senate companion): A 9708, A 1713, A 2065, A 3553 (prior-session); S 2575 (Senate companion)

What the bill would do

  • Repeal the Empire State film production credit.
  • Repeal the Empire State film post-production credit.
  • The public information provided does not include detailed text on any transitional provisions, effective date, or replacement policies. Therefore, it is not stated whether the repeal would apply to future claims only, and whether any pending applications or credits would be affected.

Key provisions and changes (as stated)

  • Elimination of tax incentives currently available to New York State film productions under both the production and post-production credit programs.
  • The bill’s text, including any definitions, implementing rules, or transitional provisions, is not provided in the summary you shared.

Who would be affected

  • Film production companies, post-production facilities, and other businesses that currently participate in or rely on the Empire State film credits.
  • Investors, lenders, and tax equity structures tied to NY-based film projects.
  • NY taxpayers and the state’s film industry workforce, as changes to tax incentives can influence project economics, location decisions, and employment.

Procedural and timeline aspects

  • Introduction date: January 17, 2025.
  • Current status: Referred to Ways and Means, indicating the bill is in one of the early, preparatory stages of the legislative process.
  • Legislative path: After Ways and Means review, the bill would typically advance to floor consideration in the Assembly, potential amendments, and votes, followed by Senate consideration and potential conference actions before any enacted changes could become law.
  • Related activity: The bill has multiple related and companion bills across prior sessions (A 9708, A 1713, A 2065, A 3553; S 2575 in the Senate), suggesting ongoing interest in reforming or repealing film tax credits.

Background and context (informational)

  • The bill targets existing NY film tax incentives, a common policy tool used to attract film production to the state.
  • The presence of multiple related bills indicates that this issue has been revisited in prior sessions or across chambers, though A 2511 stands as the current measure.

Notes for readers

  • No detailed fiscal note, effective date, or transitional provisions are included in the provided information.
  • For the latest status, a reader should monitor the Assembly Ways and Means committee actions and any floor votes, as well as any amendments or updated fiscal analyses attached to the bill.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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