The MAGIC Clearinghouse Committee was established for the sole purpose of facilitating progress and growth among state GIS data clearinghouses in order to enhance statewide and national initiatives to better serve local, state, and national communities. The primary activity of this group is to organize an annual summit for state GIS clearinghouse staff and strategic partners. Additionally, the Clearinghouse Committee hopes to expand the technical abilities of state clearinghouses through the open exchange of information regarding success programs and projects, strategic plans and standards, and technical architectures.