The bill establishes the Kansas-Ireland Trade Commission, which will consist of 13 members, including legislative leaders from both the Senate and House, as well as representatives from various sectors such as education, the Irish American community, and Kansas industries engaged in trade with Ireland. The commission aims to promote and encourage business activities and mutual economic growth between Kansas and Ireland through initiatives like bilateral trade, investment, and academic exchanges. Members will serve varying terms, with legislative members serving for the duration of their legislative session and non-legislative members serving three-year terms.
Additionally, the commission is authorized to raise funds through donations and grants, which will be deposited into a newly established Kansas-Ireland Trade Commission Fund. This fund will be administered by the commission's chairperson and will be used to support the commission's activities. The commission is required to report its findings and recommendations to the governor and legislature annually, ensuring transparency and accountability in its operations.