Tourism; creates a grant program for boosting state tourism economies affected by global trade disruptions and foreign travel slowdowns; creates a competitive grant program to fund tourism-related infrastructure projects; creates international and domestic marketing campaigns; establishes the Tourism Sector Economic Monitoring Council

This bill creates a grant program for tourism businesses in Alabama affected by global trade disruptions and foreign travel slowdowns, allowing funds to be used for staff retention, facility updates, and marketing efforts with a maximum award of $100,000 per entity. It also establishes a competitive grant program for tourism infrastructure projects such as park improvements, visitor centers, and signage, while funding international marketing campaigns and domestic advertising efforts to promote the state's attractions. Additionally, the bill creates the Tourism Sector Economic Monitoring Council, a five-member advisory body appointed by state leaders to monitor global economic trends and provide recommendations to the Governor and Legislature. The act authorizes funding from various sources including legislative appropriations and private donations, and takes effect on October 1, 2026.