This bill amends the existing law regarding the Governor's Commission on Disability by adding the coordinator of the program for the deaf and hard of hearing as an ex officio member. The specific legal language changes include the insertion of the phrase "the coordinator of the program for the deaf and hard of hearing, bureau of vocational rehabilitation, department of education" as a new member, while deleting the previous designation of "(6)" to maintain the numbering of the members. The updated list of ex officio members will now include this new position as the sixth member, with the previous sixth member being renumbered to seventh.

The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, which was approved on June 10, 2025, making the effective date August 9, 2025. This addition aims to enhance representation and advocacy for the deaf and hard of hearing community within the commission, ensuring their needs and perspectives are included in discussions and decisions related to disability services.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 275-C:3
Version adopted by both bodies: 275-C:3
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 275-C:3