§5A–355.

    (a)    The Trust shall administer the Program and coordinate the Program with federal, State, and private programs that complement or facilitate carrying out the Program.

    (b)    The Trust shall:

        (1)    survey the locations, resources, and needs of museums in the State;

        (2)    provide technical and general advisory assistance to museums that qualify or seek to qualify for grants under the Program; and

        (3)    encourage museums to develop long-range plans and to achieve accreditation by the American Association of Museums or another appropriate entity that accredits museums and helps them to meet professional standards.