Bill > H2931

This bill establishes the position of an architect laureate, an honorary role with no salary, to promote appreciation for the architectural history of the State House and other significant public buildings in the commonwealth. The governor will appoint the architect laureate from a list of three nominees selected by a nominating committee. This committee will be comprised of members from both the Senate and House of Representatives, appointed by their respective leaders, and one member appointed by the governor. To be considered for nomination, individuals must be residents of the commonwealth and have achieved "fellow status" within the American Institute of Architects, a professional organization for architects. The architect laureate's duties will include advocating for the physical, historic, and aesthetic qualities of these buildings and raising public awareness of their architectural significance.