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Bill > S1893
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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/18/2018
01/18/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to establish a disaster and emergency aid fund for Massachusetts artists. Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a Disaster and Emergency Aid Fund for Massachusetts artists. The fund would be administered by the State Treasurer and used to provide financial assistance to Massachusetts artists who have experienced emergencies or disasters, such as natural catastrophes, accidents, health issues, or the theft of their work. The bill defines key terms like "Massachusetts Artist" and "Original and Creative Work" to specify the eligibility criteria. The fund would be supported by donations from individuals, organizations, and the sale of unclaimed artwork, and would not require legislative appropriation. The State Treasurer or a designated commission would determine the process and criteria for distributing the funds to eligible artists.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Ways and Means (on 01/18/2018)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1893 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S1893.pdf |
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