Guide state and national actions that affect economic development in the region and adopt joint actions among member governments that enhance the regional economy.

The Executive Committee assists the Chair in developing agenda items, policy issues, or administrative matters to be presented to REAP; handling special tasks, as determined by the Chair, which require action between regular meetings of REAP; and monitoring adherence to the fiscal procedures of REAP.
2010 Executive Committee Work Plan
REAP has established three additional standing committees to oversee the execution of the annual workplan: Legislative Committee, Economic Development Committee, and Water Resources Committee.