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MA H2946

Relative to the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to create the position of poet laureate of the Commonwealth. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the position of poet laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. It outlines the process for appointing the poet laureate biennially, with the governor selecting from a list of three nominees submitted by a nominating committee. The poet laureate's role is to raise awareness and appreciation for poetry, especially among school children. The position is an honorary one without remuneration, and the poet laureate is not considered a state official or employee.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Accompanied H2945 (on 02/26/2020)

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