The bill aims to amend the Code of West Virginia by redefining the term "governmental agency" to exclude the Department of Tourism. This change is part of a broader effort to clarify the entities involved in the food services facilities program managed by the West Virginia Division of Vocational Rehabilitation. The bill specifies that the Department of Tourism, along with other departments such as the Department of Commerce and the Department of Health, will no longer be classified as governmental agencies in the context of this program.

In addition to the exclusion of the Department of Tourism, the bill maintains existing definitions related to the food services facilities program, including terms such as "blind vendor," "food service facility," and "public office building." The intent of these definitions is to ensure that the program operates effectively while providing opportunities for blind individuals to participate in food service operations within public office buildings. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the administration of the food services facilities program by clarifying the roles and responsibilities of various agencies involved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 18-10G-2
Engrossed Version: 18-10G-2