The Florida Senate

288.052  Legislative findings.--In addition to the findings contained in ¹s. 288.045, the Legislature finds that the production of motion picture, video, and television projects in Florida is an emerging industry, experiencing a growth rate of 20 percent over the last calendar year and employing increasing numbers of Florida residents. The Legislature also finds that, with the development of necessary support services, including in-state financing of projects, the motion picture, television, and video recording industry has the potential to generate over $1 billion annually in direct investments within the state during the early part of the 21st century. One means of increasing the amount of film and television investment in the state is to assist in financing the distribution and marketing of films through the provision of print and advertising funds contingent upon the expenditure of production dollars within the state. Therefore, the Legislature finds and declares that the creation of a Florida Film and Television Investment Board and financing program is in the public interest and that the creation of the Florida Film and Television Investment Board and Trust Fund will serve a public purpose.

History.--s. 2, ch. 92-201.

¹Note.--Repealed by s. 154, ch. 96-320.