Section 9-1010 - Historical records(a) The Archives: (1) shall collect public and private records and other information that relate to the history of the province and State of Maryland from the earliest times, including church records and newspapers;(2) may edit and publish these records; and(3) shall encourage research into the history of the State.(b) Any records and materials that relate to the history of Maryland and are not needed for the operation of a unit belong to the Archives and shall be under the supervision of the State Archivist.