§577E-1 Findings and purpose. The legislature finds that, across the United States, there is a renewed understanding of the unique importance of fathers in the lives of their children, families, and communities. It is widely recognized that children are more likely to thrive with support, guidance, and nurturing from both parents. The absence of one […]
§577E-2 State commission on fatherhood. There is established the state commission on fatherhood within the department of human services for administrative purposes. [L 2003, c 156, pt of §2; am L 2005, c 148, § §1, 2; ree L 2006, c 232, pt of §1; am L 2007, c 190, §1]
§577E-3 Members; terms; chair; quorum; compensation. (a) The commission shall consist of fifteen members and reflect the geographic and cultural diversity of the State. The membership shall include: (1) Ex officio, the director of human services, superintendent of education, director of health, attorney general, director of public safety, and executive director of the office of […]
§577E-4 Duties. The commission shall serve in an advisory capacity to state agencies to promote healthy family relationships between parents and children. In addition, the commission may make recommendations on programs, services, and contracts relating to children and families, and may: (1) Act as a central clearinghouse and coordinating body for governmental and nongovernmental activities […]
§577E-5 Meetings. The meetings of the commission shall be subject to the requirements of chapter 92. [L 2003, c 156, pt of §2; am L 2005, c 148, §2; ree L 2006, c 232, pt of §1; am L 2007, c 190, §1]
§577E-6 Exemption from administrative supervision of boards and commissions. Notwithstanding any law to the contrary, the commission shall be exempt from section 26-35 with the exception of section [26-35(a)(2), (3), (7), and (8)]. [L 2003, c 156, pt of §2; am L 2005, c 148, §2; ree L 2006, c 232, pt of §1; am […]
§577E-7 Administration of funds. The commission shall administer funds appropriated or allocated for its work and shall be authorized to accept, disburse, and allocate funds that may become available from other governmental and private sources; provided that all such funds shall be disbursed or allocated in compliance with any specific designation stated by the donor […]
