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2011 SESSION
Be it enacted by the General Assembly of Virginia:
1. That §§ 30-232 and 30-236 of the Code of Virginia are amended and reenacted as follows:
§ 30-232. (Expires July 1, 2012; For contingent expiration - See notes) Virginia Disability Commission; purpose.
The Virginia Disability Commission (the Commission) is established in the legislative branch of state government. The purpose of the Commission is to identify and recommend legislative priorities and policies for adoption or examination by the General Assembly in order to provide ongoing support in developing and reviewing services and funding related to Virginians with physical and sensory disabilities. The Commission shall submit its recommendations to the General Assembly and the Governor by October 1 of each year.
§ 30-236. (Expires July 1, 2012; For contingent expiration - See notes) Powers and duties of the Commission.
The Commission shall have the following powers and duties:
1. Serve as the primary forum in the Commonwealth where the
needs of and issues of affecting people with physical
and sensory disabilities are identified and addressed through the
collaboration of members of the legislative and executive branches of state
government, including the staff of legislative and executive branch agencies,
and citizens of the Commonwealth;
2. Evaluate Develop, evaluate, and advance
budget proposals and legislative and policy issues oriented towards
recommendations to support a service system that maximizes the
self-sufficiency of Virginians with disabilities;
3. Develop and review evaluate recommendations
for service program changes and funding related to services for persons with
physical and sensory disabilities; and
4. Advise on local, state and federal policies and programs relevant to citizens with disabilities; and
5. Serve as the primary body for coordinating proposals and recommendations of all commissions and agencies for legislation or budget actions affecting persons with physical and sensory disabilities, including receiving, reviewing, and responding to proposals and recommendations.