SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 6199

BYSenator Lee

Changing terminology for distressed areas.

Senate Committee on Economic Development & Labor

Senate Hearing Date(s):January 9, 1990

Senate Staff:Jack L. Brummel (786-7428)

AS OF JANUARY 8, 1990

BACKGROUND:

There are several state statutes which, for purposes of addressing economic hardship in specific geographic areas, have defined areas of high unemployment as "distressed areas."  The distressed designation is useful in obtaining state resources.  Many residents of such areas feel that the designation has a negative side as well; being labeled "distressed" may discourage entrepreneurs, investors, and lenders from seriously considering business opportunities in the area.

SUMMARY:

Each statutory reference to "distressed area" is changed to "labor surplus area." 

Appropriation:    none

Revenue:    none

Fiscal Note:      none requested