RELATING TO THE DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND TOURISM.

SB 33 would rename the Department of Business, Economic Development, and Tourism to the Department of Housing, Economic Development, and Tourism. This change affects the department's official name and internal operations but does not alter its existing responsibilities or create new policies. The bill only modifies the department's title; it does not introduce new programs, funding, or regulatory changes. The bill was introduced on January 15, 2025, and is currently pending in the legislature for the 2026 session.