HB534 Summary

• Establishes the Governor's Office of Minority Affairs by statute to advise the Governor on issues affecting minorities and women in areas including education, health, economics, housing, employment, civil rights, criminal justice, and race relations.

• Creates the position of Director of the Governor's Office of Minority Affairs as a cabinet-level position appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Governor.

• Designates the director to serve as liaison between minority communities and the Governor with duties including community outreach, ensuring equal access to services, monitoring legislation, and collaborating with business and workforce development organizations.

• Creates the Advisory Board on Minority Affairs comprised of representatives from racial and ethnic communities, female representation, state government officials, and education and workforce experts to advise the director.

• Effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.