DENVER - Last month, Governor Polis, the Sundance Institute, Visit Boulder, and others announced that Colorado was selected to be the new home of the Sundance Film Festival starting in 2027. To support the festival's historic move to Colorado and the many other film festivals that call Colorado home, today Governor Polis signed HB25-1005 - Tax Incentive for Film Festivals - sponsored by Representatives Monica Duran and Brianna Titone, and Senators Judy Amabile and Mark Baisley.
“Colorado is the best state for film and television artists, and I am thrilled today to sign this bipartisan law to support our growing film industry in Colorado that is captivating audiences, supporting hard-working Coloradans, and strengthening our tourism and economy. As the iconic Sundance Film Festival joins many successful film festivals operating across the state, we are ensuring that Colorado continues to be the top film festival state in the nation,” said Governor Polis.
“From original films to panel discussions with filmmakers, the Sundance Film Festival will be right at home in Boulder,” said Majority Leader Monica Duran, D-Wheat Ridge. “Since Boulder was selected as the next location for the Sundance Film Festival in 2027, we expect our small businesses, restaurants and hotels to benefit from the boost in local tourism and out-of-state visitors. The Sundance Film Festival will strengthen Colorado’s reputation as a destination for the arts and will generate new jobs in our state.”
“It’s an incredible honor to host the Sundance Film Festival because it will solidify our state’s reputation as a destination for the arts,” said Rep. Brianna Titone, D-Arvada. “The 2024 festival attracted 24,000 out-of-state visitors and generated $132 million in gross domestic product, and we expect to see a similar positive economic impact in Colorado. We’re proud that the world-renowned Sundance Film Festival will call Boulder home for the next ten years.”
“This law demonstrates our commitment to ensuring the success of the Sundance Film Festival in Colorado,” said Senator Judy Amabile, D-Boulder. “Sundance is more than just an economic driver – it will cement Colorado’s place as a global hub for the arts, creating opportunities for filmmakers and audiences alike. Our communities will benefit year-round from Sundance’s investments in expanded access to the arts, support for aspiring storytellers, and a platform for powerful narratives that have the potential to move, inspire, and change all of us.”
“Today’s bill signing is a tremendous win for Colorado small businesses. We welcome the Sundance Film Festival making its new home in Boulder. This will boost sales at restaurants, retailers and other small businesses throughout the region that rely on tourism, bringing much needed revenue to Colorado communities during a quiet time of year,” said Colorado Sen. Mark Baisley.
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