§ 20-3-41. Division of Archives and History Transferred to University System
There is transferred to the University System of Georgia the Division of Archives and History formerly of the office of the Secretary of State which on and after July 1, 2013, shall be the Division of Archives and History of the University System of Georgia and may also be referred to as the Georgia Archives. […]
§ 20-3-41.1. Objectives and Purposes Generally
The objects and purposes of the Georgia Archives shall be to: Ensure the retention and preservation of the records of any state or local agency with historical and research value by providing for the application of modern and efficient methods to the creation, utilization, maintenance, retention, preservation, and disposal of records; Provide an archival and […]
§ 20-3-41.2. Surrender of Materials to Division for Preservation; Preparation of Certified Copies; Ownership, Operation, and Management of Electronic Archival Records; Exemption for Certain Records Under Certain Conditions; “Constitutional Officer” Defined
Any state, county, or other official is authorized, in his or her discretion, to turn over for permanent preservation in the Division of Archives and History any official books, records, documents, original papers, manuscript files, newspaper files, portraits, and printed volumes not in current use in his or her office. Any record created or received […]
§ 20-3-41.3. Study of Historical Documents; Public Displays of the Foundations of American Law and Government
The General Assembly finds and determines: One of the purposes of the Division of Archives and History is to encourage the study of historical documents; There is a need to educate and inform the public about the history and background of American law; The public buildings of this state are an ideal forum in which […]