Motion Picture and Television Competitiveness Incentive Pilot Program; require MDA to establish.

HB 1500 would create a pilot program through Mississippi's Development Authority (MDA) to attract film and TV productions filming in Mississippi. It establishes a special fund to provide financial incentives (grants or rebates) to eligible productions - such as feature films, TV series, and streaming content - for qualified in-state spending on payroll, equipment, and local vendors. Incentives would prioritize projects creating local jobs, filming in rural areas, and generating broader economic impact. However, the bill died in committee on February 3, 2026, and has not become law.