Bill > S1804

This bill mandates that the Massachusetts Convention Center Authority (MCCA) create rules allowing for the setup and operation of kiosks within major convention centers and transportation hubs like the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center, the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center, the MassMutual Center in Springfield, and at North and South Stations, for the purpose of promoting tourism to different regions of the Commonwealth. These rules will limit the number of kiosks to one per county and will outline a process for regional tourism and hospitality organizations to apply for space, including details on kiosk size, maintenance, appearance, and staffing, with the crucial provision that the MCCA or the Commonwealth will not incur any costs for these kiosks, and staff will not be required to be compensated or covered by collective bargaining agreements.