§ 13-13-103 — Duties

The Arkansas Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission shall have the following duties: (1) To plan, develop, and carry out programs and activities appropriate to commemorate the sesquicentennial of the Civil War era and encourage the development of programs that ensure that the commemoration results in a positive legacy and has long-term public benefits; (2) To encourage interdisciplinary examination of the Civil War; (3) To facilitate Civil War-related activities throughout the state; (4) To encourage civic, historical, educational, economic, and other organizations across the state to organize and participate in activities to expand the understanding and appreciation of the significance of the Civil War; (5) To coordinate and facilitate the public distribution of scholarly research, publications, and interpretation of the Civil War; and (6) To provide technical assistance to local organizations and nonprofit organizations to further the commemoration of the sesquicentennial of the Civil War.

Legislative History

Acts 2007, No. 635, § 1.