HB 5693: Supplemental appropriation, Department of Tourism Revenue
HB 5693 status: Introduced — Chapter 50, Acts, Regular Session, 2026 (updated Aug 13, 2026).
What this bill does
Overall score
Bill summary
OfficialThe House is currently deciding whether to give the Tourism Department some extra money.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- No direct impact on environmental policy identified.
Risks
- No direct impact on environmental policy identified.
Economy
Benefits
- Provides additional resources to stimulate state tourism activity.
- Potential to increase visitor spending and tax revenue.
Risks
- Increases overall state government spending.
- Opportunity cost of funds could be allocated elsewhere.
Society
Benefits
- Potentially supports regional attractions and community events.
Risks
- Lack of detailed public information on specific allocation goals.
How trustworthy & consequential it is
Source
OpenStates
Confidence
lowlow
Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Lack of transparency regarding specific project expenditures within the Department of Tourism.
Analysis based on limited summary text; full bill text not reviewed.
Where it stands
Introduced
CurrentChapter 50, Acts, Regular Session, 2026
Committee
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UpcomingGovernor
UpcomingEnacted
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