90-6-702. Purpose. The purpose of the treasure state endowment program is to assist local governments in funding infrastructure projects that will:
     (1) create jobs for Montana residents;
     (2) promote economic growth in Montana by helping to finance the necessary infrastructure;
     (3) encourage local public facility improvements;
     (4) create a partnership between the state and local governments to make necessary public projects affordable;
     (5) support long-term, stable economic growth in Montana;
     (6) protect future generations from undue fiscal burdens caused by financing necessary public works;
     (7) coordinate and improve infrastructure financing by federal, state, local government, and private sources; and
     (8) enhance the quality of life and protect the health, safety, and welfare of Montana citizens.

     History: En. Sec. 2, Ch. 3, Sp. L. January 1992.