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MI HB5936

MI HB5936
State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; establish. Creates new act.


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Introduced
09/17/2024
In Committee
12/18/2024
Crossed Over
12/13/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

102nd Legislature

Bill Summary

A bill to declare the powers and duties of the commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities.

AI Summary

This bill establishes the Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs in Michigan. The commission will have 15 members appointed by the governor and serve in an advisory capacity to the governor and the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity on policy matters impacting Middle Eastern American communities in the state. The commission is tasked with a range of duties, including advising on changes to state programs and policies, promoting equal access to services and education, serving as a reporting agency for anti-Middle Eastern American harassment, and coordinating with other state commissions and councils. The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity is required to provide administrative support to the commission.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Government Operations (on 12/18/2024)

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