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State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB)

About SHRAB

Mission 

The Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board leads collaborative efforts to preserve, promote, and provide equitable access to the documentary heritage of the diverse peoples of Nevada.

Purpose 

The primary purpose of the Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board is to advise and support Nevada records and archives repositories in developing accessible and efficiently managed programs for their historical records. This includes support for archival education and promotion of grant opportunities.

Authority

The State Historical Records Advisory Board (SHRAB) is the state level partner of the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC) for the State of Nevada operating under the authority of the National Archives. The Board is the central advisory body for historical records coordination with the state and for NHPRC state and local records projects within the state. State Historical Advisory Boards are authorized under federal regulations (36 CFR Chapter 12). The NHPRC grant program considers applications from State government agencies only in states where there is an active board (36 CFR 1206.54).  In this capacity, Nevada SHRAB's responsibilities include:

  • Develop, revise, and submit to the NHPRC a state plan including priorities for state historical records projects
  • Review grant proposals to NHPRC for state and local records projects within the State of Nevada and make recommendations on these proposals to the NHPRC
  • Promote an understanding of the role and value of historical records
  • Foster and support cooperative networks and programs dealing with historical records
  • Advise the state archives and other statewide archival, records, or information agencies

The Nevada State Historical Records Advisory Board (NVSHRAB) was created by statute in 1989 and was the first such board created by law in the nation. The governor appoints the Board to advise and make recommendations to the legislature.

Federal Authority: 36 CFR Chapter 12

State Authority: NRS Chapter 378A 

Upcoming Meetings

Date: February 6, 2024

Time: 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Location: Virtual (agenda will include conference link)

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