SB00191 Summary

• Requires organizations applying for state tourism funds to provide evidence of active engagement and collaboration with established regional entities focused on arts, culture, and tourism promotion
• Evidence must be submitted to the Department of Economic and Community Development as part of the application process
• Aims to reduce costs by minimizing duplication of services among tourism-related organizations
• Referred to Committee on Commerce and introduced by Senator Formica (20th District) in January 2019 session