Bill > HB2934

This bill modifies provisions related to the Regional Convention and Visitors Commission (RCVC) and the Regional Convention and Sports Complex Authority (RCSCA) in St. Louis City and St. Louis County, primarily by adjusting the composition and terms of the RCVC membership and clarifying the powers and responsibilities of both entities. Key changes include increasing the RCVC's membership to fifteen starting August 28, 2026, with four new members appointed by the governor, and specifying the industry representation for all appointed members, while ensuring current members continue their terms. The bill also defines a "convention district" and grants the RCVC new powers to levy special assessments against real property within this district and to impose a convention district sales and use tax, subject to voter approval. Furthermore, it transitions the RCSCA's commissioners to be the same individuals serving on the RCVC starting August 28, 2026, and clarifies that the RCSCA's facilities must be suitable for multiple purposes but no longer mandates they meet National Football League standards or be adjacent to an existing convention facility. Finally, the bill extends the application deadline for state funding for tourism infrastructure projects related to the RCVC and adjusts appropriation limits and timelines for such projects.

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https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2934&year=2026&code=R