The bill amends the Management and Budget Act of 1984, specifically section 125, to enhance the provisions regarding the use of state-owned property for film production. It allows the director to authorize individuals engaged in film production to use state property without charge, under terms established by the director. The economic benefits derived from film production in Michigan are now explicitly recognized as the value received by the state in exchange for the use of its property. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the director cannot authorize the use of state property for films that contain obscene content or require record-keeping for performers under federal law.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the definitions within the section, including the term "film," which encompasses a wide range of media formats for public distribution. It also updates the reference to the "Michigan film office," which is now redefined without the previous statutory citation. The bill stipulates that it will not take effect unless Senate Bill No. 631 is also enacted into law, indicating a coordinated legislative effort.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 18.1125