Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 411 - DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES, AGING AND PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
Division 19 - OREGON DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING SERVICES (ODHHS) ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Section 411-019-0000 - Purpose and Responsibilities
Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 411-019-0000
Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 3, March 1, 2024
(1) The purpose of these rules is to establish responsibilities and membership for the Oregon Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services (ODHHS) advisory committee. The goal of ODHHS is to serve members of the public and state agencies by ensuring agency programs are available and accessible to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
(2) The advisory committee's responsibilities shall include the following:
(a) Identifying the needs and concerns of
individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
(b) Making recommendations to the Department
of Human Services (DHS) related to the full achievement of economic, social,
legal, and political equity for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
community.
(c) Advising the
Department of Human Services, Governor, Legislative Assembly, and other state
agencies on how state services for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
might be improved or better coordinated to meet the needs of these
individuals.
(d) Providing
information to individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing about where they may
obtain assistance in rehabilitation and employment and about laws prohibiting
discrimination in employment as a result of disability.
(e) Cooperating with interest groups in
rehabilitation and employment for individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing,
and encourage public and private employers to undertake affirmative action to
ensure equitable employment of individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing.
(f) Promoting information and
education to employers and the general public to increase awareness of and
sensitivity to the needs of individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and to
increase opportunities for equitable education and training that shall ensure
these individuals have the opportunity to reach their full vocational
potential.
Stat. Auth.: ORS 410.070, 410.740
Stats. Implemented: ORS 410.740
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