An act relating to the Art in State Buildings Program

This bill establishes the Art in State Buildings Program in Vermont to commission and install permanent works of art in state buildings and facilities undergoing new construction or renovation. The program requires that for projects costing $1 million or more, an art selection panel including community representatives and arts professionals will recommend artists, with priority given to Vermont-based creators. The Vermont Council on the Arts, working with the Department of Buildings and General Services, will administer the program and manage contracts for artwork design, fabrication, and installation. All artwork acquired through the program will become the sole property of the State of Vermont upon completion.