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NM SB461

NM SB461
Economic Development Corporation & Tourism


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Introduced
01/29/2017
In Committee
01/29/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2017

Introduced Session

2017 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT RELATING TO ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT; AMENDING THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACT; INCLUDING THE PROMOTION OF TOURISM AS A PURPOSE AND DUTY OF THE CORPORATION; MAKING CONFORMING CHANGES.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Economic Development Corporation Act to include the promotion of tourism and recreational facilities as one of the purposes and duties of the corporation. It expands the corporation's board of directors to include the secretary of tourism and tourism professionals from each regional marketing district. The bill also grants the corporation additional powers to contract with marketing and tourism experts, and requires it to promote economic development and tourism within the state, participate in trade shows and conferences to attract businesses and visitors, and sponsor forums to empower businesses and market New Mexico.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

[LD 13] Referred to Senate Judiciary (on 01/29/2017)

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