§ 42-138-3. Powers and duties of commission.
The State of Rhode Island Abraham Lincoln bicentennial commission shall:
(1) Study and recommend activities that may be carried out by the State of Rhode Island to honor Abraham Lincoln on the occasion of the bicentennial anniversary of his birth;
(2) Educate Rhode Island residents and the nation about the life of Abraham Lincoln and his visit to the State of Rhode Island;
(3) Assist local governments and organizations with planning, preparation, and grant applications for bicentennial events and projects;
(4) Coordinate federal, state, and local bicentennial activities occurring in Rhode Island;
(5) Plan and implement appropriate events, including celebrations and educational initiatives to commemorate the bicentennial;
(6) Perform other duties as necessary to highlight Rhode Island’s role in the life of Abraham Lincoln; and
(7) Seek federal grants and philanthropic support for bicentennial activities.
History of Section.
P.L. 2004, ch. 112, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 157, § 1; P.L. 2006, ch. 216, § 59.