90-1-160 Purpose

90-1-160 . Purpose. The purposes of 90-1-160 through 90-1-164 and 90-1-167 through 90-1-169 are to: (1) assist the state and local governments in identifying, protecting, and promoting heritage and cultural tourism resources; (2) further support local preservation programs and encourage participation in the Montana historical society Montana-certified local government program, provided for in 90-1-168 ; (3) enhance the ability of localities and agencies to exhibit and advertise the heritage and cultural tourism resources of the state; (4) stimulate business investment, assist in retaining existing small businesses, and promote new businesses related to heritage and cultural tourism; (5) strengthen the local tax base; (6) create employment opportunities for the people of the state; and (7) generally enhance the economic viability of communities and regions of the state.