For the implementation of this chapter and its public policy, the Tourism Company shall use its own annual funds and resources, without disregarding any other additional contributions made through special appropriations, fund transfers, and contributions or gifts from government agencies, public corporations, municipalities, and natural and juridical persons from the private sector. Any appropriated funds for the implementation of this chapter, regardless of their origin, may be matched with funds from any other source from the public or private sector without major limitations other than those imposed by applicable laws and regulations.
Provided, further, that the Executive Director shall be authorized to use the human and fiscal resources of the Tourism Company, recognizing medical tourism as a niche market to which priority shall be given when resources are appropriated.
History —Dec. 15, 2010, No. 196, § 14.