Landmark Film and TV Jobs Legislation Passes Legislature, Heads to Governor’s Desk
AB 1138–The California Film & Television Jobs Act–Will Modernize and Expand California’s Film Tax Credit to Stem Job Loss and Revitalize the Entertainment Industry
SACRAMENTO, CA—Democratic Caucus Chair and Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur announced today that AB 1138, the California Film & Television Jobs Act, has officially passed both the Assembly and Senate with strong bipartisan support and is now headed to Governor Gavin Newsom’
Zbur Issues Statement on Mahmoud v. Taylor Supreme Court Decision
SACRAMENTO, CA – Today, Democratic Caucus Chair and Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur (D-Hollywood) issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s 6–3 decision in Mahmoud v.
$750 Million Film Tax Credit Funding Moves Forward
SB 132, a budget trailer bill that expands the California Film and Television Tax Credit Program from $330 million to $750 million has passed the Legislature and now heads to the Governor’s desk.
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur Issues Statement on Israel-Iran Conflict
As we monitor the progress of a potential ceasefire between Israel and Iran—following two weeks of intense bilateral bombardment as well as direct U.S. involvement—my thoughts remain with the countless lives affected, both abroad and here at home. For many in Assembly District 51, these events are not distant headlines.
Pride Month Honoree
Assemblymember Zbur honored Jenny Pizer on the Assembly Floor for Pride Month.
Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur Releases Statement on ICE Raids in Assembly District 51
I'm horrified to learn that ICE officers have entered Assembly District 51, spreading fear and chaos among members of our community. This morning, I was shown videos and photos of what appears to be ICE agents detaining street vendors near the corner of St. Andrews Place and De Longpre Avenue, by the Hollywood Home Depot. We cannot accept this as our new reality.