§ 23.1-3228. Gifts and bequests; exemption from taxation
Gifts and bequests of money, securities, or other property to the Fund, and the interest or income from such gifts and bequests, are gifts to the Commonwealth, and the Fund is exempt from all state and local taxes. Unless otherwise restricted by the terms of the gift or bequest, the Commission may sell, exchange, or […]
§ 23.1-3226. Repealed
Repealed by Acts 2022, c. 437, cl. 2.
§ 23.1-3227. Virginia Commission for the Arts Fund
A. There is created in the state treasury a special nonreverting fund to be known as the Virginia Commission for the Arts Fund, referred to in this article as “the Fund.” The Fund shall be established on the books of the Comptroller. B. The Fund shall include such funds as may be appropriated by the […]
§ 23.1-3224. Director of the Commission
The Governor may appoint a director of the Commission, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. The director may employ the personnel required to assist the Commission in the exercise and performance of its powers and duties. The director shall supervise and manage such personnel and shall prepare, approve, and submit all requests […]
§ 23.1-3225. Repealed
Repealed by Acts 2022, c. 437, cl. 2.
§ 23.1-3222. Virginia Commission for the Arts established; purpose; membership
A. The Virginia Commission for the Arts (the Commission) is established as a supervisory commission within the meaning of § 2.2-2100 in the executive branch of state government. B. The Commission is designated the official agency of the Commonwealth to receive and disburse any funds made available to the Commonwealth by the National Endowment for […]
§ 23.1-3223. Duties of the Commission
A. The Commission shall: 1. Stimulate and encourage throughout the Commonwealth growth in artistic quality and excellence, public interest and participation in the arts, and access to high-quality and affordable literary, visual, and performing arts for all Virginians; 2. Make recommendations concerning appropriate methods to encourage economic viability, an intellectually stimulating environment for artists, and […]