Recently, a letter was sent from MPI to all enrolled members. Below is the official explanation of the letter from MPI.
Every 5 years the Pension and IAP plans have to be submitted to IRS for a “determination letter” confirming their tax-exempt status. Without tax exempt status, participants would be taxed on the contributions their employers make to the plans. The IRS requires that this notice be sent to all participants when MPI makes the application to IRS. NO MEMBER ACTION IS NECESSARY, THIS IS A FEDERAL REQUIRED NOTICFICATION.
Here is the pdf document of the official IATSE statement regarding Sony’s actions in response to this attack.
The following is the list of politicians officially endorsed by the AFL-CIO.
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CALIFORNIA
Governor Jerry Brown (D)
Lieutenant Governor Gavin Newsom (D)
Attorney General Kamala Harris (D)
Secretary of State Alex Padilla (D)*
Controller John A. Perez (D)*
Treasurer John Chiang (D)*
Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson (D)
Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones (D)
U.S. Representative District 1 Heidi Hall (D)+
U.S. Representative District 2 Jared Huffman (D)
U.S. Representative District 3 John Garamendi (D)
U.S. Representative District 5 Mike Thompson (D)
U.S. Representative District 6 Doris Matsui (D)
U.S. Representative District 7 Ami Bera (D)
U.S. Representative District 8 Paul Cook (R)
U.S. Representative District 9 Jerry McNerney (D)
U.S. Representative District 10 Michael Eggman (D)+
U.S. Representative District 11 Mark DeSaulnier (D)*
U.S. Representative District 12 Nancy Pelosi (D)
U.S. Representative District 13 Barbara Lee (D)
U.S. Representative District 14 Jackie Speier (D)
U.S. Representative District 15 Eric Swalwell (D)
U.S. Representative District 16 Jim Costa (D)
U.S. Representative District 17 Mike Honda (D)
U.S. Representative District 18 Anna Eshoo (D)
U.S. Representative District 19 Zoe Lofgren (D)
U.S. Representative District 20 Sam Farr (D)
U.S. Representative District 21 Amanda Renteria (D)+
U.S. Representative District 22 Suzanna Aguilera-Marrero (D)+
U.S. Representative District 24 Lois Capps (D)
U.S. Representative District 25 Lee Rogers (D)*
U.S. Representative District 26 Julia Browley (D)
U.S. Representative District 27 Judy Chu (D)
U.S. Representative District 28 Adam Schiff (D)
U.S. Representative District 29 Tony Cardenas (D)
U.S. Representative District 30 Brad Sherman (D)
U.S. Representative District 31 Pete Aguilar (D)*
U.S. Representative District 32 Grace Napolitano (D)
U.S. Representative District 33 Ted Lieu (D)*
U.S. Representative District 34 Xavier Becerra (D)
U.S. Representative District 35 Norma Torres (D)*
U.S. Representative District 36 Raul Ruiz (D)
U.S. Representative District 37 Karen Bass (D)
U.S. Representative District 38 Linda Sanchez (D)
U.S. Representative District 39 Peter Anderson (D)+
U.S. Representative District 40 Lucille Roybal-Allard (D)
U.S. Representative District 41 Mark Takano (D)
U.S. Representative District 42 Tim Sheridan (D)+
U.S. Representative District 43 Maxine Waters (D)
U.S. Representative District 44 Janice Hahn (D)
U.S. Representative District 45 Drew Leavens (D)*
U.S. Representative District 46 Loretta Sanchez (D)
U.S. Representative District 47 Alan Lowenthal (D)
U.S. Representative District 48 Suzanne Savary (D)+
U.S. Representative District 49 Dave Peiser (D)+
U.S. Representative District 50 James Kimber (D)+
U.S. Representative District 51 Juan Vargas (D)
U.S. Representative District 52 Scott Peters (D)
When the courageous crew of “Shahs of Sunset” went on strike to create more union jobs in reality TV, Bravo Media, an NBCUniversal company, told them to take a hike. Instead, we’re going to take a stand!
Firing strikers is against the law. To retaliate against employees for exercising their right to organize isn’t just illegal; it’s outrageous!
Join the IATSE for a Rally of Solidarity!
Date: Tuesday, 10/7/2014
Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Place: South Weddington Park
10600 Valleyheart Drive, Studio City, CA
We will hold our rally in the easternmost corner of the park, across the street from Universal Gate 2. Some parking is available at South Weddington Park.
Consider taking the Metro or carpooling! Lunch will be served.
On Thursday, September 18th, in an event that included Governor Brown, state and local politicians, and members of the Hollywood Backlot Locals, AB-1839 was signed into law.
Click here to watch the myFOXla.com coverage of the event.
It is our extreme pleasure to announce that Governor Brown and leaders of the California Legislature have struck a deal to approve AB 1839, the California Film and Television tax credit bill.
The agreement increases the tax credit to $330 million per year for five years. More than tripling our current program and adding an additional year. The bill also includes some very important changes that will have a tremendous impact on production and job creation in California. The $75 Million budget cap has been removed which will promote big-budget film production in California. The new inclusion of Network Television will revive in-state production of one-hour dramatic programs. These two clauses alone will show rapid results for our membership by providing employment options that we have not enjoyed for many years.
This has been a long and hard fought battle. Every step along the way has been worthwhile as we finally can rejoice in victory. We want to thank all of you who have helped throughout this tremendous endeavor. Our combined strength and our united voices have brought us to this triumphant day.
Congratulations to us all!
Best,
Ed Brown
Business Agent
IATSE Local 44
Anthony Pawluc
Secretary-Treasurer
IATSE Local 44
The California State Senate Appropriations Committee has unanimously approved AB1839 by a 5-0 vote. The amended bill will increase the California State tax credit to $400 million per year. The current tax incentives program is $100 million per year. The increase places California more competitively with incentives offered by other states including New York, Louisiana, Georgia, and more.
Next, the amended bill goes to the full Senate floor next week. Then back to the Assembly for concurrence. Before finally being presented to the Governor for signature.
Update June 25
In the wake of Monday's record 497 applications for the current CA film and TV tax credit program, 117 more than last year, the CA Senate's Governance and Finance Committee has voted 6-0 in favor of the Film and Television Job Creation and Retention Act (formerly AB 1839) that expands the current program.
The act now moves to the Senate's Appropriation Committee.
Click here to read the full coverage article by Dominic Patten on Deadline.com
We are very pleased to announce that after unanimous endorsement by three Assembly Committees, the California State Assembly approved the California Film Incentive bill, AB 1839, by a unanimous vote of 62-0.!
We want to thank everyone who helped in this effort and remind you all that we are not done. While we collectively celebrate this victory, we must also make our preparations for the next leg of the race. Now, AB 1839 is on its way to the State Senate and after that, to the Governor’s Office. This process will not be a cakewalk. There are Senators who still oppose such legislation. We will need to increase our efforts.
Remember, our goal is to get California’s incentive programs competitive with those offered by other states and bring our jobs back to California.
Again, thank you all!
Ed Brown - Anthony Pawluc
IATSE Local 44
SDSA Lifetime Achievement Award Winner, Donald Elmblad, speaks about an amazing career in film and television.
To watch the SDSA video of Donald Elmglad click here to go to the setdecorators.org website.
Leigh Poindexter, an alumna of Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) is interviewed about her career and working on Glee.