Am. S.B. No. 372 Summary

• Creates the Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission consisting of 15 members including 2 House representatives, 2 Senate members, 3 non-voting ex officio state officials, and 8 governor-appointed members with Holocaust/genocide expertise or experience.

• Commission must meet at least 6 times per year with 8 voting members constituting a quorum, and members serve without compensation but receive expense reimbursement.

• Commission duties include gathering and disseminating Holocaust and genocide information, inventorying statewide programs, promoting public awareness, partnering with educational organizations, and advising the governor and legislature on Holocaust and genocide memorial and education needs.

• Establishes the Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Office to support the Commission, headed by a director appointed by the Commission who may hire necessary staff.

• Office responsibilities include serving as a clearinghouse for initiatives, applying for grants, monitoring subcontracted programs, establishing advisory committees, and submitting annual reports to the Commission.