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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a special events marketing program within the Office of Travel and Tourism funded by additional assessments on meals and room occupancy taxes. Revenue.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Massachusetts Special Events Marketing Program within the Office of Travel and Tourism, funded by a 2.5% assessment on meals and room occupancy taxes. The program aims to attract out-of-state and international visitors to events across the state. The Department of Travel and Tourism will administer the program, working with regional tourism agencies to develop marketing and advertising plans. Grants from the program will have certain restrictions, such as limiting public safety and administrative costs, and prioritizing new initiatives during slow tourism periods. Applicants must be Massachusetts-based non-profit organizations, demonstrate a 2:1 return on investment, and have partnerships with regional tourism agencies. An advisory committee will assist the Department in reviewing grant applications, though the final decisions will be made by the Department.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (9)
William Crocker (R),
Ann-Margaret Ferrante (D),
Susan Gifford (R),
Peter Kocot (D),
Matt Muratore (R),
Sarah Peake (D),
Steve Ultrino (D),
Aaron Vega (D),
Chris Walsh (D),
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4244 (on 02/22/2018)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2644 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/H2644.pdf |
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