Bill > HB2786

This bill establishes the Kansas-Ireland Trade Commission to advance, promote and encourage business and other mutually beneficial activities between Kansas and Ireland. The commission consists of 13 members, including state legislators, representatives from Kansas postsecondary institutions, the Irish American community, and businesses engaged in or seeking to engage in trade with Ireland. The bill also creates the Kansas-Ireland Trade Commission Fund, which will be administered by the commission to finance its activities. The commission is required to report its findings, activities, and recommendations to the governor and legislature annually.