The 2015-2016 Tourism and Recreational Development Committee was chaired by David S. Hickernell (Majority) and Thaddeus Kirkland (D). The Subcommittee on Arts and Entertainment was chaired by Karen Boback (Majority) and Daniel Deasy (D). The Subcommittee on Recreation was chaired by Doyle Heffley (Majority) and Mark Longietti (D). The Subcommittee on Travel Promotion was chaired by Marcia Hann (Majority). Jessie Topper (Majority) and Leslie Acosta (D) served as secretaries. Some of the issues that were discussed are Tourism Promotion Fees, Hotel Room taxes, and establishing a grant program for historical preservation