2013 Maryland Code
STATE FINANCE AND PROCUREMENT
§ 5A-353 - Purpose of Program

(a) In general. -- The purpose of the Program is to provide political subdivisions and nonprofit organizations with financial assistance for museums.

(b) Grants. -- The Program shall make grants from the MHT Grant Fund under § 5A-328 of this subtitle to political subdivisions and nonprofit organizations for use by museums for:

(1) research related to collections, exhibits, or other educational activities;

(2) the care, conservation, interpretation, and documentation of collections;

(3) the planning, design, and construction of exhibits;

(4) educational programs and projects;

(5) the development of master plans for museums, including activities required to achieve accreditation by the American Association of Museums or another appropriate entity;

(6) minor structural modifications to existing museum facilities;

(7) the development of plans and specifications and the provision of architectural, engineering, or other special services directly related to the construction or rehabilitation of museum facilities; or

(8) operating support for any museum-related activity, including activities described in items (1) through (7) of this subsection.

(c) Report. -- On or before December 31 of each year, the Trust shall report to the Governor and, subject to § 2-1246 of the State Government Article, to the General Assembly on the financial status and the activities of the Program for the preceding fiscal year.