Sec. 2310.054.  COORDINATION WITH OTHER GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES.  (a)  In cooperation with the appropriate units of local government and other state agencies, the bank shall coordinate and streamline state business assistance programs and permit or license application procedures for businesses in readjustment zones.
(b)  The bank shall work with the responsible state and federal agencies to coordinate readjustment zone programs with other programs carried out in a readjustment zone, including housing, community and economic development, small business, banking, financial assistance, transportation, and employment training programs.
(c)  The bank shall encourage other state agencies in awarding grants, loans, or services to give priority to businesses in readjustment zones.
Added by Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 114, Sec. 1, eff. May 19, 1997.  Amended by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 814, Sec. 3.31, eff. Sept. 1, 2003.