"NEW SECTION.  Sec. 1   The legislature finds that in order to promote international trade and enhance the work of Washington's international trade offices, college and graduate students should be provided an opportunity to gain experience in international trade by assisting Washington businesses enter foreign markets.

NEW SECTION.  Sec. 2   (1) The department of community, trade, and economic development shall research alternative funding sources for the purpose of instituting an international trade corps fellowship program in collaboration with other public and private entities, including, but not limited to, the international programs at institutions of higher education.
     (2) The department shall submit a report to the legislature by December 1, 2007, with recommendations regarding instituting an international trade corps fellowship program without the use of state general fund moneys. The report should also include recommendations regarding the number of fellows participating each year, the cost of administrating the program, and the criteria for the selection of candidates."