Bill > S2337

This bill establishes the position of choreographer laureate for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, a prestigious honorary role designed to promote and celebrate dance in the state. The governor will appoint a resident choreographer for a 4-year term, who can be reappointed once, selected from a list of 3 nominees submitted by a special nominating committee. This committee, consisting of 5 members representing key dance organizations in Massachusetts, will conduct public outreach to receive nominations from residents who are current or former choreographers with a significant body of work. The choreographer laureate's responsibilities include encouraging arts participation, elevating the state's dance legacy and community, and choreographing performances for important state events. While the position is unpaid, the laureate can be reimbursed up to $1,000 annually for expenses, and any dancers or support staff they select for state performances will receive market-rate compensation. The bill emphasizes cultural diversity in the selection process and ensures that the appointee is not considered a state employee or official, making it a purely honorary recognition of artistic excellence.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S2337