Bill > HB0475

This bill makes numerous amendments across various sections of Utah law, primarily to update references to the "Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity" to "Governor's Office of Economic Development" (GOED). It also establishes the Economic Development Council, which will advise the GOED on strategic economic development objectives, provide recommendations to the Legislature, and coordinate economic development projects with regional or statewide impact. The bill also introduces reporting requirements for the council and the GOED to the Economic Development and Workforce Services Interim Committee. Additionally, it amends provisions related to participation in meetings with tribal leaders, the Bears Ears Visitor Center Advisory Committee, station area plan requirements, and various tax credits and economic development programs administered by the GOED.