The bill establishes "Explore Minnesota Film" as a new office within Explore Minnesota, with a director appointed by the director of Explore Minnesota. This office is tasked with promoting Minnesota as a location for film and television production, administering film production jobs and credit programs, and facilitating communication among various stakeholders in the film industry. The bill outlines the duties of the director, including the coordination of statewide policies related to film production and acting as a liaison to production entities and state agencies.

Additionally, the bill amends existing statutes to transfer responsibilities from the Minnesota Film and TV Board to Explore Minnesota Film, including the operation of the film production jobs program and the film production credit program. It updates definitions and processes related to film production credits, including the role of the director of Explore Minnesota in approving applications and issuing credits. The bill also mandates a report on the economic impact of the credit program and appropriates funds for administrative expenses related to the program.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 116U.26, 116U.27