Loading chat...
GA SB108
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/15/2022
Primary Sponsor
Gail Davenport
Click for details
AI Summary
- Creates the Commission for the Blind and the Visually Impaired, consisting of a chairperson and 5 members appointed by the Governor, Speaker of the House, and President of the Senate, with a majority of members required to be blind or visually impaired and serving 3-year terms
- Transfers all powers, functions, and duties related to blind and visually impaired persons from the Georgia Vocational Rehabilitation Agency to the new commission, effective July 1, 2021, including direction of Georgia Industries for the Blind and the business enterprises/vending facilities program under the federal Randolph-Sheppard Act
- Assigns the commission to the Department of Human Services for administrative purposes only, and requires appointment of an executive director with preference given to a blind or visually impaired individual
- Charges the commission with developing a state vocational rehabilitation plan, providing independent living services, certifying Braille instructors, operating library services, providing technical assistance on accessible technology, overseeing deaf-blind services, and publishing an annual performance report
- Establishes a formal complaint process for service recipients, including voluntary mediation paid for by the commission and a 3-member arbitration panel if mediation fails
Legislative Description
Commission for the Blind and the Visually Impaired; create
Last Action
House Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
3/25/2022
Committee Referrals
State Planning and Community Affairs3/16/2022
Government Oversight2/9/2021
Full Bill Text
No bill text available