The bill amends section 121.31 of the Revised Code to expand the Commission on Hispanic-Latino Affairs by adding four nonvoting members from the General Assembly. Specifically, the speaker of the house and the president of the senate will each appoint two nonvoting members, ensuring representation from both the majority and minority parties in both chambers. The bill also clarifies that these nonvoting members will serve only as long as they are members of the General Assembly.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that all voting members of the commission must speak Spanish, be of Spanish-speaking origin, and be American citizens or lawful permanent residents. It emphasizes the need for a geographical balance among the voting members, representing urban, suburban, and rural areas. The commission is required to meet at least six times a year, and decisions require the concurrence of six voting members. The bill also outlines compensation and reimbursement for voting members for their work on the commission.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 121.31