La. House declines extension of film, TV subsidy program The Louisiana House has declined to extend by three years the sunset for the state’s $180 million annual film and TV subsidy program. Senate Bill 173 by Slidell Republican Sen. Sharon Hewitt calls for extending the sunset from 2025 to 2028. The extension would give film producers a longer planning runway. The state can issue up to $150 million in credits per year and pay out up to $180 million each year to support the film and TV industry. Projects qualify for the program through verified in-state spending and hiring. The state will buy back the credits for 90% of face value, which allows out-of-state producers with no state tax liability to take advantage.