Nevada Statute | Act | Code |Title 18 - State Executive Department| US Code - US Statute | Chapter 233j

[Effective through June 30,
2007.] As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise requires,
“Commission” means the Nevada Commission on Minority Affairs created by
NRS 233J.020 .

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 266 )
[Effective through
June 30, 2007.]

      1. The Nevada Commission on Minority Affairs, consisting of nine
members appointed by the Legislative Commission, is hereby created.
Appointments to the Commission must be made from a list of persons
recommended to the Legislative Commission by organizations and other
entities which represent or promote the interests of minority groups in
this state.

      2. The members appointed to the Commission must represent a
variety of minority groups that reflects the general population of this
state.

      3. The members of the Commission shall elect a Chairman and a Vice
Chairman from among their number.

      4. The term of Office of the Chairman and the Vice Chairman is 2
years.

      5. Not more than four members of the Commission may be from the
same minority group.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 266 )

[Effective through June 30, 2007.] Except for the initial members, the
term of office of each member of the Commission is 2 years and commences
on July 1 of the year of appointment. The members shall continue in
office until their successors are appointed. Members are eligible for
reappointment, except that no member may serve for any part of more than
two consecutive terms. Vacancies must be filled by appointment for the
unexpired terms by the Legislative Commission.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 266 )

[Effective through June 30, 2007.] Members of the Commission receive no
compensation for their services, but are entitled to be reimbursed for
all travel and other expenses actually and necessarily incurred by them
in the performance of their duties, within the limits of money available
to the Commission.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 266 )
[Effective through
June 30, 2007.]

      1. The Commission shall meet at the call of the Chairman as
frequently as required to perform its duties, but no less than quarterly.

      2. A majority of the members of the Commission constitutes a
quorum for the transaction of business, and a majority of those present
at any meeting is sufficient for any official action taken by the
Commission.

      3. The Commission shall, on or before January 31 of each year,
submit a report to the Governor summarizing the activities, needs and
recommendations of the Commission.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 266 )
[Effective through June 30, 2007.] The
Commission shall, within the limits of available money:

      1. Study matters affecting the social and economic welfare and
well-being of minorities residing in the State of Nevada;

      2. Collect and disseminate information on activities, programs and
essential services available to minorities in the State of Nevada;

      3. Study the:

      (a) Availability of employment for minorities in this state, and
the manner in which minorities are employed;

      (b) Manner in which minorities can be encouraged to start and
manage their own businesses successfully; and

      (c) Availability of affordable housing for minorities;

      4. In cooperation with the Nevada Equal Rights Commission, act as
a liaison to inform persons regarding:

      (a) The laws of this state that prohibit discriminatory practices;
and

      (b) The procedures pursuant to which aggrieved persons may file
complaints or otherwise take action to remedy such discriminatory
practices;

      5. To the extent practicable, strive to create networks within the
business community between businesses that are owned by minorities and
businesses that are not owned by minorities;

      6. Advise the Governor on matters relating to minorities and of
concern to minorities; and

      7. Recommend proposed legislation to the Governor.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 267 )
[Effective through June
30, 2007.] The Chairman of the Commission may, with the approval of the
Commission, appoint committees from its members to assist in carrying out
any of the functions or duties of the Commission.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 267 )
[Effective through June
30, 2007.]

      1. The Director of the Department of Administration shall provide
staff assistance to the Commission as the Governor deems appropriate.

      2. The Commission may engage the services of volunteer workers and
consultants without compensation as is necessary from time to time.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 267 )
[Effective through
June 30, 2007.] The Commission may apply for and receive gifts, grants,
contributions or other money from governmental and private agencies,
affiliated associations and other persons for the purposes of carrying
out the provisions of this chapter and for defraying expenses incurred by
the Commission in the discharge of its duties.

      (Added to NRS by 2003, 20th Special Session, 267 )

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