TITLE 42
State Affairs and Government
CHAPTER 42-145
The American and Haitian Cultural Exchange Commission
SECTION 42-145-1
§ 42-145-1 Commission established.
There shall be an American and Haitian cultural exchange commission to consist
of nine (9) members, all of whom shall be American citizens descended from
Haitian ancestry and residents of the state; three (3) of whom shall be
appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; three (3) of whom
shall be appointed by the president of the senate; and three (3) of whom shall
be appointed by the governor. The commission shall establish, maintain, and
develop cultural ties between Haitians and Haitian-Americans and shall foster a
special interest in the historical and cultural background of both groups, as
well as in the economic, political, social, and artistic life of the countries
involved; and shall help establish and/or promote the Creole language in Rhode
Island's schools.
History of Section.
(P.L. 2006, ch. 561, § 1.)