In addition to the secretary's responsibility for the overall supervision of the department, the secretary shall:
A. encourage the preservation and development of Indian arts and crafts among the Indian tribes and pueblos of the state;
B. encourage the preservation of traditional rites and ceremonials of Indian tribes and pueblos to increase knowledge and appreciation of those arts, crafts, rites and ceremonials; and
C. promote the intertribal Indian ceremonial association, incorporated, located in Gallup.
History: Laws 1996, ch. 25, ยง 1.
Structure New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 9 - Executive Department
Article 15A - Tourism Department
Section 9-15A-1 - Short title.
Section 9-15A-2 - Definitions.
Section 9-15A-3 - Department established.
Section 9-15A-5 - Secretary of tourism; appointment.
Section 9-15A-6 - Secretary; duties and general powers.
Section 9-15A-7 - Secretary; additional duties.
Section 9-15A-7.1 - Secretary; additional duties; promotion of Indian arts, crafts and culture.
Section 9-15A-9 - Commission; powers and duties.