The office of state archaeologist is established as a section within the society in the department of higher education. The office of state archaeologist is a type 2 entity, as defined in section 24-1-105. The purpose of the office of state archaeologist is to coordinate, encourage, and preserve by the use of appropriate means the full understanding of this state's archaeological resources as the same pertain to humankind's cultural heritage, the study and understanding of which within the state of Colorado will result in an ultimate benefit to the citizens of this state.

Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1382, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 131-12-3. L. 2022: Entire section amended, (SB 22-162), ch. 469, p. 3355, § 17, effective August 10.

Cross references: For the short title (the Debbie Haskins 'Administrative Organization Act of 1968' Modernization Act) in SB 22-162, see section 1 of chapter 469, Session Laws of Colorado 2022.