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2002 SESSION

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HB 1349 Armenian Advisory Commission; created, reports to be made.

Introduced by: John S. Reid | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED:

Armenian Advisory Commission. Creates the Armenian Advisory Commission within the legislative branch of government. The Commission will be composed of seventeen members as follows: six members of the House of Delegates; four members of the Senate; and five citizens at-large to be appointed by the Speaker of the House and the Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections. The Secretary of Commerce and Trade and the Secretary of Education or their designees will serve ex officio without voting privileges. The Commission is directed to (i) advise the General Assembly concerning the establishment of educational, cultural, governmental, and economic and trade relationships between the Commonwealth and Armenia that facilitate economic development and trade missions, accommodate professional study and cultural exchange, promote humanitarism and goodwill, and encourage the exploration of other initiatives and endeavors that may be mutually beneficial; (ii) conduct and promote educational and cultural programs that further the understanding and appreciation of the Armenian culture; (iii) ascertain data and information that will assist the General Assembly in developing public policy and educational, cultural, governmental, and economic and trade relationships with Armenia; and (iv) perform such other functions and activities as the General Assembly may require. The Commission must elect a chairman and vice-chairman from among its legislative members. This bill also provides for the organization of the Commission, including appointments, filling of vacancies, meetings, quorum, compensation, staffing, and reporting requirements.


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