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San Francisco Proposes Tax Credit to Boost Film Industry

12/11/2025

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San Francisco Supervisor Rafael Mandelman proposed a film and television tax credit to attract productions.
The plan creates a tiered rebate requiring at least $500,000 in local spending and five shooting days in San Francisco.
The package would offer a 100% rebate on city agency fees and a 10-20% rebate on local spending.
Legislation is set for a committee hearing next month, with a final vote in early February 2026.

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Story summary

San Francisco Supervisor Rafael Mandelman proposed a film and television tax credit to attract productions.
The plan creates a tiered rebate requiring at least $500,000 in local spending and five shooting days in San Francisco.
The package would offer a 100% rebate on city agency fees and a 10-20% rebate on local spending.
Legislation is set for a committee hearing next month, with a final vote in early February 2026.