Or. Admin. Code § 411-019-0000

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 12, December 1, 2024

Section 411-019-0000 - Purpose and Responsibilities

(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.

Or. Admin. Code § 411-019-0000

APD 7-2017, f. 2-21-17, cert. ef. 3/1/2017

Stat. Auth.: ORS 410.070, 410.740

Stats. Implemented: ORS 410.740