This bill aims to re-establish the Commission to Study the Economic Impact of the Arts and Culture in New Hampshire by amending RSA 19-A. The new legal language includes the establishment of the commission under a new subdivision, RSA 19-A:14, which outlines its composition, duties, and operational procedures. The commission will consist of various members, including representatives from the House and Senate, state arts councils, and other cultural organizations, with the goal of studying the economic impact of the arts and culture sector in the state. The commission is tasked with making recommendations on how to enhance and expand this sector, and it will report its findings by November 1, 2026.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision for the prospective repeal of RSA 19-A:14, which indicates that the previous iteration of the commission will be removed from law. The effective date for the repeal is set for November 1, 2026, while the remainder of the act will take effect upon its passage. This legislative effort reflects a commitment to understanding and promoting the economic contributions of the arts and culture in New Hampshire.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 19-A:14
SB522 text: 19-A:14