§ 4-23-28-3 — Duties; topics of study

(a) The commission shall do the following:
(1) Identify and research issues affecting the Hispanic/Latino
communities.
(2) Promote cooperation and understanding between the
Hispanic/Latino communities and other communities throughout
Indiana.
(3) Report to the legislative council in an electronic format under
IC 5-14-6 and to the governor concerning Hispanic/Latino issues,
including the following:
(A) Conditions causing exclusion of Hispanics/Latinos from the
larger Indiana community.
(B) Measures to stimulate job skill training and related
workforce development.
(C) Measures to sustain cultural diversity while improving race
and ethnic relations.
(D) Public awareness of issues affecting the Hispanic/Latino
communities.
(E) Measures that could facilitate easier access to state and
local government services by Hispanics/Latinos.
(F) Challenges and opportunities arising out of the growth of
the Hispanic/Latino population.
(4) On or before July 1, 2027, and July 1 biennially thereafter,
submit a report to the executive director of the legislative services
agency, in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6, for review by the
interim committee on government in accordance with IC 1-1-15.5-4 and IC 2-5-1.3-13(g). The report shall describe:
(A) official action taken; and
(B) actionable items considered;
by the commission during the preceding two (2) years.
(b) The commission may study other topics:
(1) as assigned by the governor;
(2) as assigned by the legislative council; or
(3) as directed by the commission's chairperson.

Legislative History

As added by P.L.247-2003, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.28-2004, SEC.49; P.L.161-2025, SEC.6.