HB 2434 - DIGEST |
(SEE ALSO PROPOSED 1ST SUB) |
Creates the Washington state space exploration center of excellence to: (1) Pursue joint industry-university research in developing and supporting new and existing technologies that can be used in space exploration firms; |
(2) Recruit future space exploration sector leaders; |
(3) Work directly with existing small, medium, and large-sized space firms and space industry associations; |
(4) Provide a centralized Washington space exploration industry hub; |
(5) Promote and foster local space exploration industry efforts; and |
(6) Coordinate efforts with other governmental entities, nongovernmental organizations, and academics to solicit significant industry conferences and meetings to Washington. |
Requires the department of commerce to select an academic, government, or nongovernmental entity to host and oversee the center. |
Requires the joint legislative audit and review committee to conduct an evaluation of the performance of the center. |
Provides that this act is null and void if appropriations are not approved. |