H 3600
An Act relative to waiving costs related to the tourism trust fund
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to waive certain costs associated with the Massachusetts Tourism Trust Fund. The goal is to allow for increased investment in tourism and marketing efforts designed to promote visitation to the state. It builds upon previous legislation aimed at boosting tourism revenue and economic activity. The bill seeks to streamline the funding process for these promotional activities.
Key provisions
- Waives specific costs related to the operation of the Tourism Trust Fund.
- Authorizes increased investment in tourism marketing and promotion programs.
- Supports efforts to attract more visitors to Massachusetts.
- Aligns with previous legislative initiatives focused on tourism development.
Who is affected
- Massachusetts Tourism Industry
- Tourism-related businesses
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts (through the Tourism Trust Fund)
Notable changes
- Potentially reduces financial barriers to tourism promotion.
- Expands the scope of investment within the Tourism Trust Fund.
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Primary sponsor
Thomas P. Walsh
Cosponsor
Thomas P. Walsh
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Bill H.3600 194th (Current)
An Act relative to waiving costs related to the tourism trust fund
By Representative Walsh of Peabody, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3600) of Thomas P. Walsh relative to investments in tourism and visitation marketing and promotion. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
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Presenter: Thomas P. Walsh
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Bill History
Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.3600
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 10/9/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 10/21/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in B-2 |
| 3/9/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5185 |
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