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8 I D G A M O N T H L Y Understanding Residuals — continued from page 6 Why Are Residuals So Important? Each year, the Guild collects tens of millions through our residuals enforcement efforts as the exhibition landscape continues to evolve and the streaming platforms grow in importance and complexity. We've seen old titles come off the shelves, which means new residuals potential, but the volume — while good for our members — makes the accurate collection of residuals increasingly challenging. Collective Power Protects Residuals Residuals don't exist by chance. They were fought for, protected, and expanded through decades of collective bargaining. Every new residual formula, from television reruns to streaming, was won through the solidarity of members who believed that fair compensation must adapt to new technologies. When we negotiate, we're not just talking about the present — we're building on the framework of what we achieved before and setting up how future generations of members will be paid. Residuals are a living testament to that collective effort. The Bottom Line Residuals represent both fairness and foresight. They recognize that our members' work endures, that success should be shared, and that the industry's growth depends on the well-being of the people who make it possible. For every member, understanding residuals isn't just about knowing where the next check comes from, it's about knowing why that check exists, what it stands for, and how vital it is to the health of our profession. As our industry continues to evolve, one principle remains constant: the work we create has lasting value, and residuals ensure that value is honored. For more information please visit www.dga.org/The-Guild/Departments/Residuals. Did You Know? Did you know that in order for your project to be eligible for the California Tax Incentive, Version 4.0., it is now mandatory to hire a qualifi ed Safety Advisor? A contact list of eligible Safety Advisors, is available on the CSATF website at: www.csatf.org/safety-advisor_training_ completion_list/ The individuals on the CSATF list have submitted documentation including: claimed work experience that they assert meets the requirements set forth in California Labor Code § 9151(k), proof of completion of OSHA's 30-hour General Industry Training course, and have completed the mandatory Contract Services training courses designated by the Industry-Wide Labor-Management Safety Committee. The Committee reviews all resumes and documents submitted to CSATF before anyone is granted approval to move forward in the Safety Advisor Training Program. The DGA has played a leadership role in the creation and implementation of the Safety Advisor Training Program and is still participating in the oversight of the new program in California. During our last round of negotiations, the Guild also negotiated contract language to implement a Safety Advisor Pilot Program in Georgia and New York modeled after, but separate from, the California legislation. In in both of those states, each major studio must employ a Safety Advisor on one feature length project shooting. The Georgia and New York pilot program, which the DGA will push to extend, began on July 1, 2025 and ends on June 30, 2026. For more information on the DGA's commitment to safety visit www.dga.org/Initiatives/Safety-Issues

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