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Recent advocacy commentary, analysis and news:
Mala Sharma of Georgia Music Partners provides background and information regarding the formation of the organization and their role advocating for the music industry in Georgia.
We were excited to see the announcement this week from Lt. Governor Burt Jones and Speaker of the House Jon Burns announcing their appointees to review Georgia’s film tax incentive. Remember the Governor, Speaker and Lt. Governor wisely announced the review during the heat of this year’s legislative session.
This basic and simple explainer video illustrates the way the Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act is impacting the state through the film tax incentive to other areas of entertainment.
Today, Lt. Governor Burt Jones and Speaker of the House Jon Burns announce their respective appointees who will work on behalf of the Georgia General Assembly to review all Georgia tax credits, including Georgia’s film tax credit. Announced last month, this review is intended to support Georgia businesses while ensuring a significant return on investment for Georgia’s taxpayers.
Today, Speaker of the House Jon Burns and Lt. Governor Burt Jones join with Governor Brian Kemp to announce that the Georgia General Assembly will undertake a thorough review of all Georgia tax credits, including Georgia’s film tax credit, later this year. This review is meant to support Georgia businesses while ensuring a significant return on investment for Georgia’s taxpayers.