FINAL BILL REPORT

                            SB 6146

                          C 144 L 94

                      SYNOPSIS AS ENACTED

Brief Description:  Diversifying the economy by locating a film and video production facility within the state.

SPONSORS: Senators Skratek, Bluechel, Sheldon, Erwin, M. Rasmussen, Drew, McAuliffe, Roach and Snyder

SENATE COMMITTEE ON TRADE, TECHNOLOGY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

HOUSE COMMITTEE ON TRADE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & HOUSING

HOUSE COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS

BACKGROUND:

In 1993 the Legislature created the Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development.  One of the responsibilities of the new department is to focus assistance on targeted sectors of the economy.  The department was specifically directed in the 1993 legislation to promote, market, and encourage growth in the production of films, videos, and television commercials in the state.

SUMMARY:

The Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development is directed to assist in the location of a film and video production studio in the state.  The act is nullified if not funded in the budget.

VOTES ON FINAL PASSAGE:

Senate    48   0

House     96   2    (House amended)

Senate    46   0    (Senate concurred)

EFFECTIVE:July 1, 1994