6 chapters · 57 sections in this title.
A.S.C.A. § 17.0501 Purpose and policy
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The Legislature finds that: (1) Samoan art, culture and traditions have contributed greatly to the artistic and cultural richness of the Samoan people; (2) Samoan art and culture occupy a unique position in Samoan history as being our only native art form and cultural heritage; (…
A.S.C.A. § 17.0502 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, unless the context clearly requires otherwise: (1) “Samoan art, culture and traditions” means, but is not limited to, the traditional and contemporary expressions of Samoan language, history, anthropology, archaeology, linguistics, music, social instituti…
A.S.C.A. § 17.0503 Establishment of academy
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(a) In general: There is established a non-profit and semi-independent corporation to be known as the “American Samoa Cultural Arts Academy”, which shall be under the direction and control of a board of governors established under this act. (b) Succession and amendment of charter…
A.S.C.A. § 17.0504 Board of Governors
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(a) Composition. (1) The voting members of the Board of Governors of the academy shall be: (1) Secretary of Samoan Affairs. (2) District Governor of Manu’a. (3) District Governor of the Eastern District. (4) District Governor of the Western District. (5) Chairman, Senate committe…