Bill > HB1192

This bill establishes the Virginia-Ireland Advisory Board, a 10-member body composed of five legislative members from the House of Delegates and Senate, and five non-legislative citizen members appointed by the Governor, including representatives from higher education, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, and Irish American communities. The Board's primary purpose is to advise the Governor and the General Assembly on strategies to enhance economic and cultural connections between Virginia and Ireland, with a specific focus on commerce, trade, arts, education, and general government. The Board will operate within the legislative branch, elect its own chair and vice-chair, and hold meetings as needed. Members will receive compensation and reimbursement for expenses as outlined in state law, and the Joint Rules Committee will appoint an executive director. The Board is empowered to conduct studies, gather information, and formulate recommendations, as well as accept gifts and grants to support its work. Crucially, the Board is required to submit an annual report and an executive summary of its activities to the Governor and the General Assembly for publication and posting online, detailing its fiscal activities and progress.

https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1192