(1) The Oregon Film and Video Office is created as a semi-independent state agency subject to ORS 284.300 to 284.375.
(2) Subject to legislative appropriations, the State of Oregon recognizes a continuing obligation to contribute to the support of the Oregon Film and Video Office. The State of Oregon recognizes that a continued financial partnership with the office is essential to the growth of the film and video industries. [1995 c.242 §§2,11]