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HB181Introduced in the House

Relating To Media.

IntroducedHouse Economic Development

Introduced by Rachele Fernandez Lamosao, District 19

What does this bill do?

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Official description

Requires the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to fix the payment of royalties to the State for the filming of scenic shots of iconic locations in the State that are subsequently featured in media for production purposes. Exempts state and county productions.

Where it stands

Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

December 8, 2025

How did lawmakers vote?

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Bill history

  1. Prefiled.

  2. Introduced and Pass First Reading.

  3. Referred to ECD, FIN, referral sheet 1

  4. Carried over to 2026 Regular Session.

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