Florida § 265.802 - Florida Folklife Programs.
Full text of Florida Florida Statutes § 265.802 — Florida Folklife Programs., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 265.802. Florida Folklife Programs.
It is the duty and responsibility of the division to: (1) Identify, research, interpret, and present Florida folk arts, artists, performers, folklore, traditions, customs, and cultural heritage and make folk cultural resources and folklife projects available throughout the state. The division shall compile, edit, publish, and print directories, books, articles, pamphlets, and other folklife materials to disseminate information about folk cultural resources. The division may sponsor conferences, workshops, festivals, lectures, and exhibitions on Florida folklife and promote the folk cultural resources of the state. (2) Adopt rules necessary to carry out its duties and responsibilities with respect to such programs; enter into contracts and agreements with other agencies, organizations, associations, corporations, individuals, or federal agencies necessary to carry out its duties; and seek and accept gifts, grants, bequests, loans, and endowments for purposes consistent with its responsibilities. (3) Adopt rules by which it may advance or reimburse travel and per diem expenses, in the amount and manner provided in s. 112.061, to folklife informants and participants in the Florida Folklife Programs. (4) Employ a state folklorist, and such other folklorists as deemed necessary, who shall possess such qualifications as the division may prescribe. The state folklorist shall serve at the pleasure of the division director and shall have his or her duties prescribed by the division director.
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 265.802
What does Florida Statutes § 265.802 cover?
Section 265.802 ("Florida Folklife Programs.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Florida § 265.802?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 265.802" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Florida official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Florida attorney.
How does Florida § 265.802 apply to my situation?
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