Sec. 441.152. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE DIRECTOR AND LIBRARIAN. The director and librarian shall:

(1) carry out the duties and responsibilities of the commission relating to the management and preservation of local government records imposed by this subchapter and Subtitle C, Title 6, Local Government Code;

(2) administer the regional historical depository system and regional research centers the establishment of which is provided for by this subchapter and provide additional assistance through publications and other means to persons wishing to use local government records for historical and other research purposes;

(3) provide assistance, information, and training to records management officers and custodians of local government records in fulfilling their responsibilities under Subtitle C, Title 6, Local Government Code;

(4) work with other state agencies in seeking methods to assist and encourage local governments and the custodians of local government records in the establishment and operation of efficient and economical records management programs, in reducing paperwork required of local governments by the state, and in preserving records of historical value;

(5) establish and administer a clearinghouse for information relating to all aspects of the management and preservation of local government records; and

(6) assist local governments in seeking grants from federal, state, and private foundations, agencies, or organizations for records management and preservation activities.

Added by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 1248, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.