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Section 18-5-1 - Findings; declaration.

NM Stat § 18-5-1 (2019) (N/A)
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The legislature finds and declares:

A. that many people in this state lack the opportunity to view, enjoy or participate in living theatrical performances, musical concerts, operas, dance and ballet recitals, art exhibits, examples of fine architecture and the performing and visual arts, generally;

B. that many people in this state possess talents of an artistic and creative nature which cannot be utilized to their fullest extent under existing conditions;

C. that the general welfare of the people of this state will be promoted by giving further recognition to the arts as a vital part of our culture and heritage and as an important means of expanding the scope of our educational program; and

D. that increased activity in the arts will increase employment by encouraging the production of artistic events in various communities of this state, thus utilizing the talents and services of many local citizens.

History: 1953 Comp., § 4-23-1, enacted by Laws 1965, ch. 138, § 1.

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