The bill proposes the repeal of several existing sections of Missouri law related to the office of the lieutenant governor and the establishment of eight new sections that will govern the promotion of tourism in the state. Specifically, sections 620.450, 620.455, 620.460, 620.465, 620.466, and 620.467 are repealed, and new sections 26.700, 26.705, 26.710, 26.715, 26.720, 26.725, 186.045, and 620.445 are enacted. The new provisions outline the creation of a "Tourism Commission" within the executive department, which will be responsible for promoting tourism and will include members from various political backgrounds and the tourism industry. The bill details the powers and responsibilities of the newly formed commission, including the employment of a director of tourism and staff to implement tourism promotion strategies. It also establishes a "Tourism Marketing Fund" to support these initiatives, allowing for the acceptance of grants and the marketing of special items related to tourism. The commission is tasked with reporting its recommendations for tourism legislation to the General Assembly and is required to meet regularly to discuss policy and administration matters related to tourism promotion.

Statutes affected:
Introduced (4252H.01): 26.700, 186.045, 620.445, 620.450, 620.455, 620.460, 620.465, 620.466, 620.467