SENATE BILL REPORT

 

 

                                    SB 5242

 

 

BYSenators Lee, Smitherman, McMullen, West and Benitz

 

 

Extending economic diversification efforts in the Tri-Cities region.

 

 

Senate Committee on Economic Development & Labor

 

      Senate Hearing Date(s):January 30, 1989

 

      Senate Staff:Jack Brummel (786-7428)

 

 

                            AS OF JANUARY 26, 1989

 

BACKGROUND:

 

In 1988 the Legislature passed an act to assist in efforts at diversifying the economy in the Tri-Cities area.  The expiration date was set for July 1, 1990.

 

SUMMARY:

 

The expiration date for the Tri-Cities diversification efforts carried out by the state pursuant to Section 1 through 12 of Chapter 42, Laws of 1988, is extended to July 1, 1991.

 

Appropriation:    none

 

Revenue:    yes

 

Fiscal Note:      requested January 26, 1989