Bill > S2196

This bill establishes the Massachusetts-Poland Trade Commission within the international trade office to strengthen economic and cultural relationships between Massachusetts and Poland. The commission will have 21 members, including 6 current or past state representatives (5 appointed by the House Speaker, 1 by the minority leader), 6 state senators (5 appointed by the Senate President, 1 by the minority leader), and 6 members appointed by the Governor. These appointees will include the Polish consul general to New England, state secretaries of economic development and the Commonwealth, representatives from higher education institutions, and members from Polish American organizations. The commission's primary objectives are to advance bilateral trade and investments, initiate joint policy actions, promote business and academic exchanges, encourage economic support, further infrastructure investments, and create economic and educational opportunities between Massachusetts and Poland. Commission members will serve without compensation but can be reimbursed for expenses and will be considered special state employees. The commission is required to submit an annual report by August 31st detailing its findings and recommendations to state leadership, with the goal of enhancing Massachusetts-Poland relations.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2196