For years, those looking to expand Nevada’s film tax credit program have touted their potential to bring jobs, diversify the state’s economy and even provide funding for pre-K programs. But typically lost in the discussion is the fact that few Nevada film tax credits are used by the film industry at all. Read more
Almost all Nevada film tax credits aren’t used by film companies. Here’s why.

Sen. Majority Leader Nicole Cannizzaro, left, (D-Las Vegas) Assembly members Sandra Jauregui, left, (D-Las Vegas, and Daniele Monroe-Moreno (D-Las Vegas) acknowledge local trade union members during a rally to support Summerlin studio project at Las Vegas Ballpark on Oct.15, 2025. (Jeff Scheid/ The Nevada Independent)