Travel & Tourism Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
The committee meeting focused on legislative updates concerning the tourism industry in Maryland, including budget challenges, funding mechanisms, and various House bills affecting tourism operations and agricultural properties. Discussions also covered the role of the Maryland Tourism Coalition in advocacy, the potential impacts of expanding internet gaming, and strategic planning for the Rural Caucus. The tourism subcommittee provided updates on marketing initiatives, including promotional toolkits for agritourism, coordination of sports tournaments, and the development of digital visitor resources such as a tourism app and website.