CT HB05267

Amended section 10-392(b) of the general statutes effective October 1, 2022 to expand the Department of Economic and Community Development's duties regarding tourism and cultural promotion.

Added "arts and culture industries" alongside tourism industry in the department's marketing and promotion of Connecticut as a destination for leisure and business travelers.

Established requirement for the department to develop and implement a strategic state-wide marketing plan and provide visitor services to enhance economic impact of tourism, arts, and culture industries.

Required the department to establish a uniform financial reporting system and forms for use by regional tourism districts in preparing annual budgets submitted to the General Assembly.

Directed the department to integrate funding and programs whenever possible to streamline operations.