§ 160. Legislative findings and objectives. The legislature hereby
finds and declares that the promotion, attraction, stimulation,
development and expansion of tourist travel, resort, vacation, culture
and convention activities are vital and necessary concerns of the people
of this state, since such activities form an important part of its
economy. Therefore, it is hereby determined that a program authorizing
matching funds and assistance to tourist promotion agencies for the
planning and promotion of programs designed to stimulate and increase
the volume of such tourist travel, resort, vacation, culture and
convention activities within our state will strengthen its economy,
increase employment of our citizens and promote the general welfare of
the people.