TITLE 42

State Affairs and Government

CHAPTER 42-146

The American and Panamanian Cultural Exchange Commission

SECTION 42-146-1



   § 42-146-1  Commission established. –

There shall be an American and Panamanian cultural exchange commission to

consist of nine (9) members, all of whom shall be American citizens descended

from Panamanian 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 Panamanians and Panamanian-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 Spanish

language in Rhode Island's schools.



History of Section.

(P.L. 2006, ch. 562, § 1.)