The Authority shall have the following powers together with all powers incidental thereto or necessary for the performance of those hereinafter stated:

1. 1. To sue and be sued and to prosecute and defend, at law or in equity, in any court having jurisdiction of the subject matter and of the parties;
2. 2. To adopt and use a corporate seal and to alter the same at pleasure;
3. 3. To contract and be contracted with;
4. 4. To employ and pay compensation to such employees and agents, including attorneys, as the board deems necessary in carrying on the business of the Authority;
5. 5. To establish bylaws and make all rules and regulations, not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, deemed expedient for the management of the Authority's affairs;
6. 6. To borrow money and to accept contributions, grants, and other financial assistance from the United States government and agencies or instrumentalities thereof; the Commonwealth, or any political subdivision, agency, or public instrumentality of the Commonwealth; or any private person, foundation, or financial institution;
7. 7. To issue bonds in accordance with applicable law;
8. 8. To receive and expend moneys on behalf of tourist train development; and
9. 9. To cooperate with any private or governmental entities in the states of West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, or North Carolina in the development of a tourist train and theme park.

2017, c. 834.