The bill amends Chapter 23A by adding a new section, Section 69, which outlines the distribution of grants allocated to regional tourism councils through the Massachusetts Tourism Trust Fund. According to the new provisions, at least 50% of the total grant funds must be distributed by September 1st of the fiscal year in which they are allocated. The remaining grant funds are required to be allocated by December 1st of the same fiscal year.

This legislative change aims to ensure timely distribution of tourism marketing and promotion grants, thereby enhancing the effectiveness of regional tourism councils in promoting tourism within the state. The specified deadlines for fund allocation are intended to provide councils with the necessary resources to plan and implement their marketing strategies effectively.