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North Carolina’s film incentive program is in crisis, with no new grants available until 2029, forcing productions to flee for greener pastures. The problem? A budget change tied funding strictly to annual limits — a move that ignores the multi-year nature of film projects and was enacted without governor or commerce secretary approval. Industry leaders are furious, pointing fingers and scrambling for solutions as current funds are used to pay off past obligations. With key decisions stuck in legislative limbo, North Carolina risks losing its competitive edge and damaging its reputation as a top filming destination.

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https://portcitydaily.com/latest-news/2026/09/15/state-leaders-talk-finding-film-incentive-solution-grants-remain-frozen-for-now/

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