Current through the 2023 Regular Session
Section 90-1-160 - PurposeThe purposes of 90-1-160 through 90-1-164 and 90-1-167 through 90-1-169 are to:
(1) assist the state and local governments in identifying, protecting, and promoting heritage and cultural tourism resources;(2) further support local preservation programs and encourage participation in the Montana historical society Montana-certified local government program, provided for in 90-1-168;(3) enhance the ability of localities and agencies to exhibit and advertise the heritage and cultural tourism resources of the state;(4) stimulate business investment, assist in retaining existing small businesses, and promote new businesses related to heritage and cultural tourism;(5) strengthen the local tax base;(6) create employment opportunities for the people of the state; and(7) generally enhance the economic viability of communities and regions of the state.En. Sec. 4, Ch. 217, L. 2007.