We’re Bringing Sitcoms Home from Hollywood: Here’s how you can help
The 60th Legislative Session is in full swing this session. Our Founder and CEO, Rachel Cannon, is enjoying her 5th legislative session with another bill on the books this year. Aside from spending time at the Capitol with legislators, Cannon also attended the annual kickoff event hosted by the State Chamber of Commerce and a special dinner at the Governor’s Mansion.
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Introduced on February 17, 2025, by Representative Mike Osburn and co-authored by Representative Scott Fetgatter, HB2110, the “Bringing Sitcoms Home from Hollywood Pilot Program Act” or “Sitcom Bill” is already moving through the House with momentum.
HB2110 – STATUS
- Natural Resources Committee – PASSED
- Appropriations and Budget Committee – PASSED
- Title off because of fiscal impact, asking to be considered in budget
- UP NEXT – HOUSE FLOOR VOTE – Stay tuned on Social!
What is HB2110?
HB2110 establishes a pilot incentive program specifically for live audience episodic television production (sitcoms, game shows, talk shows), carving out a niche in the entertainment industry that Oklahoma owns.
This legislation, focused on retaining our creative talent and keeping the workforce here at home, strategically grows the entertainment industry with production companies that are committed to establishing a comedy hub that delivers production stability, increased workforce development and tourism.
Why Does This Matter?
Passing HB2110 positions Oklahoma as a competitive alternative to traditional live audience studio locations like California and New York. By attracting these high volume episodic productions, Oklahoma stands to gain increased employment opportunities for our crew as well as increased economic activity across various industries, including hospitality, construction and equipment rentals. Moreover, fostering a vibrant entertainment industry can enhance Oklahoma’s cultural landscape and provide new opportunities for local emerging talent.
Live Audience Episodic Series Requirements:
- Minimum Budget of $200,000 per episode
- Minimum of 6 episodes per season
- Minimum of 50 live audience members in “live audience studio facility”
- Guidelines will be defined in admin rules to include production spaces in rural Oklahoma that can support live audience series
- Must participate in the apprentice program, fostering homegrown talent and contributing to the state’s economic growth
- Must display Oklahoma state logo in the production credits
Rebate Program Requirements:
- Wages are fixed rates for nonresident at 20% and resident at 30%
- Goods and Services at a 25% base incentive (bc series is required rather than optional)
- Optional Upticks for Rural, Certified Stages, Post Production + Music to get up to 30%
- 5 year pilot program to build a new industry vertical
LIVE AUDIENCE SITCOMS — Have a history of spinning off into more series
- George + Mandy’s 2nd Marriage – 22 eps – plus Season 2 pickup
- Spinoff of Young Sheldon — 141 episodes (7 Seasons)
- Spinoff of Big Bang Theory — 279 episodes (12 Seasons)
- The Connors – 112 eps (7 Seasons)
- Spinoff of Roseanne — 231 episodes (10 Seasons)
- The Neighborhood – 125 eps (7 Seasons)
- Filming 8th Season now
- Spinoff announced and coming soon
How You Can Help
We need your voice to help bring sitcoms to Oklahoma! Send an email of support to your state representatives to let them know you believe in the power of storytelling, creativity, and economic growth for our communities. Ask them to vote YES on HB2110.
Spread the Word: Share HB 2110 with your friends on social media. Encourage others to voice their support and highlight the potential benefits this would bring to our community.
Stay Informed: Monitor the bill’s progress by visiting Oklahoma Legislature’s official website.
By uniting our voices, we can help bring the magic of live audience sitcoms to Oklahoma, boosting our economy and showcasing the talent and spirit of our great state.
Let’s make Oklahoma the new entertainment hub for live-audience sitcoms!
