This law highlights that art enhances life in California and recognizes the importance of encouraging and supporting artistic skills, as they come from human creativity and contribute to the well-being of all residents.

This law establishes an Arts Council in California's state government, made up of 11 members. Two members are appointed by legislative bodies, and the other nine by the Governor, who must consider input from arts organizations. The Governor's appointments must be confirmed by the Senate.

The members serve staggered terms: five for four years, four for three years, and two for two years. These terms are set by drawing lots. Previous council members can be reappointed unless they've already served more than four consecutive years.

Each January, the council picks a chairperson. Members earn $100 per meeting and are reimbursed for necessary travel and other official expenses.

This law states that if a council member is connected to an arts organization applying for a grant, they must not discuss the application with other council members or advisory panel members. Additionally, they must not be present during the consideration of the grant application.

The council can meet up to eight times a year when the chairperson calls for it. Typically, meetings require at least eight days of public notice unless there's an urgent reason not to. These meetings should take place in different locations around the state to invite varied participation.

This California statute outlines the responsibilities and powers of a council focused on the arts. The council encourages participation and creativity in the arts, supports local art programs, and promotes employment for artists. It also arranges for artwork exhibitions in public buildings and collaborates with state agencies to maximize artistic expression. The council can adopt necessary regulations, hire personnel, and set salaries comparable to state standards. It can form advisory committees and gather assistance and data from state agencies. The council is also empowered to hold hearings, enter into agreements, and accept funding, including federal grants and private contributions. It establishes grant criteria, awards prizes, and can appoint peer review panels for guidance.

This law states that the council can only give grants or fund programs that are specifically created under the powers given by this chapter or according to the California Creative Workforce Act of 2021.

This section establishes the California Arts Council Contribution and Donations Fund in the State Treasury. The money in this fund is allocated to the Arts Council without restrictions based on fiscal years, meaning they can use it anytime for their purposes. Additionally, funds from a specific donations account are transferred into this new fund.

This section states that the Governor is responsible for appointing a director for the Arts Council. The Arts Council can let the director handle the council's policies.

The director helps implement the council's tasks, manages the hiring and administration of staff, which can include roles like deputy directors, and takes on other tasks as needed by the council.

If the council recommends someone, the Governor can give a special honor to a Californian who has shown outstanding talent and made a unique contribution to the state’s culture or arts.

This law specifies that the main office for the Arts Council must be in Sacramento County. However, if necessary, the council can open additional offices in other parts of the state to effectively perform their duties.

This law states that the official name for the chapter is the Dixon-Zenovich-Maddy California Arts Act of 1975.