The bill establishes the Massachusetts-Ireland Trade Commission within the Massachusetts Office of International Trade and Investment (MOITI) as outlined in Section 42 of Chapter 140 of the Acts of 2024. The Commission's mission is to evaluate and strengthen the economic relationship between Massachusetts and the Republic of Ireland by studying bilateral trade, policy issues, business exchanges, mutual economic support, and infrastructure investments. The Commission is required to submit an annual report detailing its findings and legislative recommendations to the Governor and relevant legislative bodies.
Recent activities of the Commission include conducting research that identified Ireland as Massachusetts' sixth-largest trading partner, with significant exchanges in pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and industrial machinery. The inaugural meeting of the Commission in June 2025 featured discussions on cultural and economic ties, as well as initiatives to expand trade and strengthen educational partnerships. Additionally, diplomatic engagements and meetings with Irish companies such as Protex.AI and EclimAI highlight ongoing efforts to foster international business development and collaboration in sectors like AI and cleantech.