HB 5467 Summary

• Creates the Commission on Disability Concerns within the Department of Civil Rights, consisting of 13 governor-appointed members serving 4-year terms.

• Requires the commission to review state policies affecting individuals with disabilities, monitor and evaluate programs, and make recommendations to the governor and department on legislative and regulatory changes.

• Directs the commission to promote public awareness of disability issues, ensure equal access to state services, combat discrimination, and encourage disability community involvement in government.

• Establishes commission operations including quarterly meetings, open meetings compliance, public records subject to freedom of information laws, and member reimbursement for expenses only.

• Authorizes the commission to establish advisory workgroups, conduct investigations and hearings, hire contractors and consultants, and accept donations to support its work.