Enrolled Bill Summary

Senate Bill 73 directs the International Trade and Technology Center at The University of Texas--Pan American to develop and implement by January 1, 2000, a pilot program to assist small businesses in establishing international trade relationships by providing access to video teleconferencing facilities for a fee. The center may obtain federal foundation or private funds to cover administrative and implementation costs. The act requires reports to the governor and legislature on the program's effectiveness by January 15, 2001, and January 15, 2003. It expires September 1, 2004.