Pub. Resources Code, § 5120 · Article 2. County Museums, and Historical Records and Property
Pub. Resources Code, § 5120
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The board of supervisors of any county may by ordinance declare its intention to establish and maintain a museum of history, science, art, or similar objects. After the ordinance has taken effect, the board may exercise any or all of the powers provided in this article, directly or by agents under its direction and control. The board may exercise any other power necessary and proper to promote the objects and purposes of a museum devoted to the acquisition, exhibition, and utilization of scientific, artistic, historical, or similar material.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Added by Stats. 1939, Ch. 94.
Source of truth
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