[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 147 (Tuesday, September 13, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E919]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING MONTEREY COUNTY FILM COMMISSION

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                           HON. JIMMY PANETTA

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 13, 2022

  Mr. PANETTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Monterey 
County Film Commission and its 35 years of service to the Monterey 
Peninsula. The commission's mission to inspire, facilitate, and assist 
in film and media production in Monterey County is invaluable to our 
ability to showcase the pristine beauty of the central coast of 
California and create positive economic impact.
  Since its creation in 1987, the Monterey County Film Commission has 
been a leader in the media industry, attracting and assisting the 
production of hundreds of movies, television shows, commercials, 
documentaries, and still photography productions. Over the years, the 
Commission's work has generated over $126 million in revenue for our 
community. Most recently, the Peninsula was home to HBO's critically 
acclaimed Big Little Lies, filmed in Monterey and Pacific Grove. Other 
productions have included, Ratched, filmed in Salinas, Big Sur, and 
Monterey; All the Old Knives, filmed in Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur; 
and Malcolm & Marie, filmed in Carmel Valley--notably one of the first 
movies completed during the coronavirus pandemic.
  The creation of this organization was not without its challenges, but 
with years of hard work and perseverance, the Commission is the 
foundation of our local media industry and serves as a liaison for 
producers, government entities, and local businesses. Additionally, the 
Commission serves our community by highlighting desirable filming 
locations through domestic and international tradeshows, sales 
outreach, and direct public advertising campaigns.
  The Commission, through its artistic and generous spirit, strives to 
inspire and educate the next generation of filmmakers. The hard work of 
the staff and Board of Directors continues to provide our community and 
our country with successful and critically acclaimed productions set on 
the breathtaking Central Coast that we are all fortunate enough to call 
home.
  Madam Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize the history, 
dedication, and contributions of the Monterey County Film Commission. I 
ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the Monterey County Film 
Commission as an exceptional group of community and artistic leaders 
who strive to showcase the beauty of the Monterey Peninsula to the 
world.

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