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bill creates tax credits for film production and creates a State Film Office, attached to the Department of Tourism. The Wisconsin State Assembly has recently introduced a new bill, serving as a companion to the already discussed State Senate Bill 1026. This legislative effort continues the push towards enhancing the regulatory framework within the state, focusing on …

Wisconsin State Assembly introduces Bill 1125 as a companion to Senate Bill 1026 Read More »

Wisconsin’s legislative landscape has a growing interest in local film and TV production, thanks to the promising new Senate Bill 1026 proposing economic incentives for such projects. This move could significantly elevate Wisconsin’s status in the film production arena, aligning it with states that have long enjoyed the economic benefits of such incentives. The bill, …

Wisconsin’s New Film Incentive Bill Sparks Excitement and Hope for the Future Read More »

The Kenosha City Council voted 13-1 last Wednesday night to support Senate Bill 1026, marking a step forward for Wisconsin’s efforts to help grow its own film and television industry. This bill, aimed at establishing vital film and television production incentives, alongside a new state film office, promises to unlock a wealth of economic and …

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Superior, Wisconsin’s Tourism Development Commission has teamed up with the Upper Midwest Film Office to offer a 25% rebate on lodging and catering for film crews. While we await news on the recent bill submitted to the State Legislature to bring similar incentives state wide, local efforts like Superior’s prove the case of how badly …

Local Incentives Lead the Way Read More »

Action! Wisconsin calls upon arts advocates to express their support of these bills.

Top Chef, the acclaimed cooking competition show, now airing on Netflix, has set its latest battleground in the heart of Wisconsin. Known for its high-stakes cooking challenges and a panel of esteemed judges, the show brought its flavor to a state famous for its cheese and bratwurst. We’ll have to wait and see how that works …

Top Chef in Wisconsin is a Feast for the Economy and Tourism Read More »

The Entertainment Partners’ article, “Production Incentives Update: July 2023,” offers a global perspective on the evolving film incentive landscape. It details significant changes in U.S. states like New Mexico, California, and Minnesota, each adapting their tax incentives to attract film production. The article also touches on international updates from Saudi Arabia and New Zealand. This …

Global Film Incentive Update: A Recent Roundup Read More »

We recently came across an insightful article from the Tampa Bay Times, highlighting Florida’s approach to film incentives. This piece offers a compelling perspective that resonates with Action! Wisconsin’s efforts in our state. As we advocate for tax incentives and a film office to attract film production, understanding the successes and challenges faced by others …

Insights from Florida: A Relevant Perspective for Wisconsin’s Film Incentive Efforts Read More »

Wisconsin’s film production scene is receiving a significant boost, thanks to the advocacy of John Ridley, an Oscar-winning Wisconsin native and acclaimed filmmaker. Ridley, known for his powerful storytelling in “12 Years a Slave,” is now turning his attention to a new mission: advocating for enhanced tax incentives to attract film studios and networks to …

John Ridley Joins the Fight for Film Tax Incentives in Wisconsin Read More »