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Introduced
04/04/2023
04/04/2023
In Committee
04/05/2023
04/05/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/13/2024
12/13/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT TO CREATE A STUDY COMMISSION TO DEVELOP A PLAN TO ATTRACT FAMILY AMUSEMENT PARKS TO THE STATE. Whereas, some state governments have recently begun to prioritize "culture war" politics over economic development; and Whereas, North Carolina has proven to be a stable and vibrant environment for businesses, both large and small, to flourish; and Whereas, the state government of North Carolina and its elected leaders from both political parties have prioritized economic development for the benefit of its citizens; and Whereas, North Carolina seeks to further strengthen its tourism and entertainment industries by welcoming businesses considering relocation; and Whereas, Bob Iger, the chief executive officer of the Walt Disney Company, called actions taken by the state government of Florida "anti-business," on April 3, 2023; Now, therefore,
AI Summary
This bill creates the North Carolina Family Amusement Park Study Commission (the "Commission") to develop strategies that encourage family amusement parks to locate in tier one counties in the state. The Commission will study and consult with major family parks outside of North Carolina to determine their interest in expanding into the state and their priorities when considering such an expansion. The Commission will also coordinate with relevant state and local government agencies to develop strategic economic incentive plans to attract family parks to North Carolina. The 11-member Commission will submit a final report of its findings and recommendations by July 1, 2024, and the bill appropriates $750,000 for the Commission's work.
Sponsors (6)
Sydney Batch (D)*,
Jay Chaudhuri (D)*,
Michael Garrett (D)*,
Lisa Grafstein (D),
Paul Lowe (D),
Joyce Waddell (D),
Last Action
Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate (on 04/05/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ncleg.gov/BillLookUp/2023/S594 |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2023/Bills/Senate/PDF/S594v1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.ncleg.gov/Sessions/2023/Bills/Senate/PDF/S594v0.pdf |
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