Legislative Statement

(a)Cultural performers and athletes on Guam serve as integral components of Guam’s tourism industry. Opportunities for cultural groups and sports teams to promote Guam’s rich and unique culture abroad help to educate other communities about, and raise awareness of, our island as a safe, clean, and pleasant destination of choice. Cultural groups and sports teams continue to strengthen Guam’s image abroad through their participation in regional and international fairs, competitions, and activities.

(b)It is, therefore, a policy of the government of Guam to identify and sustain a viable funding source to support opportunities for cultural organizations and sports teams to strengthen existing, and to attract new, visitor markets through their participation in activities that are duly approved by the Guam Visitors Bureau.