House Bill No. 1405 Summary

• Establishes a Commission on the Status of Women consisting of five members appointed by the governor for four-year staggered terms, with at least one member's term expiring July 1st each year.

• Commission members receive mileage reimbursement and actual expenses for attending meetings and performing official duties in amounts provided by law for other state officers and employees.

• Commission shall coordinate activities and serve as a clearinghouse and advisory group to the division of economic development and finance regarding career development programs for women.

• Commission must provide a biennial report by September 1st of each even-numbered year to the director of the Department of Commerce Division of Economic Development and Finance and the governor, including findings, recommendations, and proposed legislation.

• Commission shall prepare for and perform duties related to state, regional, and national conferences, encourage participation with state departments and agencies, and provide consultant assistance to local organizations focused on economic and career development for women.