§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.