This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to allow county commissions to appoint a county commissioner as a voting member of a convention and visitors bureau. The new provision specifies that if a convention and visitors bureau spans multiple counties, each county commission involved will have a voting member on the bureau's board. This change aims to enhance local governance and representation within these organizations.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements for convention and visitors bureaus to qualify for hotel occupancy tax proceeds, including the submission of annual reports, maintaining a minimum budget, and conducting regular audits. The bill also clarifies that the State Auditor and Legislative Auditor retain the authority to conduct reviews or audits of the bureaus to ensure compliance with the law. Overall, the legislation seeks to strengthen the operational framework of convention and visitors bureaus while promoting accountability and local involvement.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-18-13a