§ 5-2605

The Commission shall:

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

(i) strengthen and enhance the State’s leadership position in civil, commercial, and military aerospace research and development;

(ii) integrate the aerospace industry into the economy of the State;

(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

(iv) develop public–private partnerships that advance both the State’s aerospace industry and the surrounding community;

(2) establish advisory committees as needed;

(3) develop aerospace–related educational opportunities within the State in coordination with local educational institutions; and

(4) develop and annually update a strategic plan developed in accordance with § 5–2606 of this subtitle to implement the goals of the Commission.