Economic development: other; regional convention and tourism promotion act; amend to reflect elimination of the Michigan strategic fund. Amends sec. 2 of 2010 PA 254 (MCL 141.1432). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0631'25
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Overview
This bill modifies the Regional Convention and Tourism Promotion Act to eliminate the Michigan Strategic Fund. It clarifies definitions related to assessment districts, bureaus, and other key terms used in the act, primarily focusing on the structure and operation of travel bureaus and marketing programs designed to attract convention business and tourism. The bill’s implementation is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 631.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms such as ‘assessment,’ ‘assessment district,’ and ‘assessment revenues’ related to transient facility taxes.
- Specifies requirements for a ‘Bureau,’ including its size, governance, and membership in travel and convention bureaus.
- Clarifies the role of the ‘Director’ as an overseeing authority.
- Details the components of a ‘Marketing Program’ and ‘Marketing Program Notice.’
- Establishes criteria for a ‘Municipality’ within the context of the assessment district.
- Defines ‘Transient Facility’ and ‘Transient Guest’ for tax purposes.
- References the Michigan Travel Bureau (Travel Michigan) and the Michigan Tourism Policy Act.
- States that the amendment is contingent on the passage of Senate Bill 631.
Who is affected
- Transient facility owners
- Convention and tourism bureaus
- Municipalities
- Travel industry stakeholders
- The Michigan economy
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