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74-6706. Same; duties. The commission shall consult with and advise the governor on all commission activities and shall:

(a) Carry on a continuing program to promote a higher quality of life for people with disabilities;

(b) cooperate with all public and private agencies interested in independent living by people with disabilities;

(c) cooperate with all agencies responsible for or interested in the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities;

(d) encourage the organization of community-based programs and work closely with such programs in promoting independence of people with disabilities;

(e) assist in developing societal acceptance of people with disabilities;

(f) inform individuals with disabilities of specific facilities available for increasing their independence;

(g) conduct such educational programs as members deem necessary; and

(h) report annually to the governor and legislature on commission activities and submit any recommendations believed necessary in promoting the independence of people with disabilities.

History: L. 1975, ch. 257, § 6; L. 1976, ch. 370, § 97; L. 1989, ch. 235, § 6; L. 2004, ch. 179, § 109; L. 2012, ch. 163, § 4; July 1.



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