§ 43-1-501 — Legislative declaration

It is declared to be the purpose of the
general assembly in the passage of this part 5 that in connection with the
construction, maintenance, and supervision of the public highways of this state, the
state of Colorado place itself in a position to receive its full share of funds to be
apportioned by the congress of the United States for expenditures on federal-aid
highways in this state and, to this end, to control the existing and future use and
maintenance of junkyards in areas adjacent to the interstate and primary highway
systems in order to protect the public investment in such highways; to promote the
safety and recreational value of public travel; to promote public pride and public
spirit, both on a statewide and local basis; to attract to this state tourists and other
travelers with a view toward broadening the economic well-being and general
welfare; and to preserve and enhance the natural and scenic beauty of this state.

Legislative History

Source: L. 66: p. 9, � 1. C.R.S. 1963: � 120-16-1.