N.J. Stat. § 34:1B-23

The Legislature finds and determines that the economy of the State of New Jersey has suffered considerably in recent years because of the inflation and employment problems confronting this Nation; that the development of a strong motion picture and television industry would contribute substantially to the improvement of the State's economy; that the development of a strong motion picture and television industry would contribute to the social well-being of the State and its people; that New Jersey offers outstanding and unique human and natural resources for the development of a strong motion picture and television industry; that New Jersey's efforts and programs in the production of motion picture and television enjoy great public support and encouragement; and that the State requires an agency to promote the development of a viable State motion picture. L.1977, c. 44, s. 2, eff. March 22, 1977.