S-5873.1

SENATE BILL 6656

BySenators Hasegawa, Mullet, and Frockt

AN ACT Relating to engaging with key international markets; adding a new section to chapter 43.330 RCW; and making an appropriation.

BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON:

NEW SECTION.  Sec. 1. A new section is added to chapter 43.330 RCW to read as follows:

(1) The department shall engage with key international markets to increase trade and investment opportunities for Washington companies and regions.

(2) The department engagement with international markets shall focus on three deliverables:

(a) Increased international business opportunities for Washington businesses, particularly small businesses in rural communities;

(b) Increased investment in Washington by multinational companies in communities statewide; and

(c) The maintenance and development of new partnerships with, but not limited to, international governments, businesses and organizations, focusing on the innovative industries of tomorrow, including clean technology (such as battery storage, renewables, and electrified transportation), aerospace, agriculture, information, communication technology, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences.

(3) The department shall establish representation in key international markets that include, but are not limited to: Japan, Taiwan, China, South Korea, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Canada, Vietnam, India, United Arab Emirates, and Mexico.

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