Georgia · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 1125: Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act; add independent filmmakers to list of entities eligible to claim tax credits for qualified production activities
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 1125 is a bill introduced in the Georgia House on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act; add independent filmmakers to list of entities eligible to claim tax credits for qualified production activities. Primary sponsor: Yasmin Neal (Democratic), Kasey Carpenter (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2026): House Second Readers.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Code Section 48-7-40.26 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, the "Georgia Entertainment Industry Investment Act," so as to add independent filmmakers to the list of entities eligible to claim tax credits for qualified production activities; to provide a definition; to provide for related matters; to provide an effective date and applicability; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yasmin Neal | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 79 |
| Kasey Carpenter | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- House Second Readers
- House First Readers
- House Hopper