The Commission shall:

1. (1) identify research and funding opportunities for entities in this State that:

   1. (i) strengthen and enhance the State's leadership position in civil, commercial, and military aerospace research and development;
   2. (ii) integrate the aerospace industry into the economy of the State;
   3. (iii) capitalize, promote, and assist in the development of workforce training to further the development of emerging technologies required for all aspects of space exploration; and
   4. (iv) develop public-private partnerships that advance both the State's aerospace industry and the surrounding community;
2. (2) establish advisory committees as needed;
3. (3) develop aerospace-related educational opportunities within the State in coordination with local educational institutions; and
4. (4) develop and annually report on progress in implementing a strategic plan developed in accordance with § 5-2606 of this subtitle to implement the goals of the Commission.

Added by Acts 2024, c. 622, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2024; Acts 2024, c. 623, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 2024. Amended by Acts 2024, c. 382, § 5; Acts 2026, c. 171, § 6, eff. July 1, 2026.