§ 29-4-8. Acceptance of gifts by trustees.
In case of any bequest, legacy, or gift to, or in favor of, a public library, the trustees thereof are hereby authorized and empowered to accept the bequest, legacy, or gift on behalf of, and for the use of, the library, and their receipt shall be a full and sufficient discharge and release to any executor, administrator, or other person authorized to make the payment thereof.
History of Section.G.L. 1896, ch. 43, § 5; G.L. 1909, ch. 53, § 5; G.L. 1923, ch. 54, § 5; G.L. 1938, ch. 339, § 5; G.L. 1956, § 29-4-8; P.L. 1964, ch. 233, § 2; P.L. 2016, ch. 511, art. 2, § 24.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 29-4 - Free Public Libraries
Section 29-4-1. - Founding by town or city.
Section 29-4-2. - Annual appropriations — Acceptance and management of donations.
Section 29-4-3. - City or town appropriations.
Section 29-4-5. - Appointment of board of trustees.
Section 29-4-6. - Powers and duties of trustees.
Section 29-4-7. - Library funds.