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Oklahoma Administrative Code (Last Updated: March 11, 2021) |
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TITLE 305. Office of Disability Concerns |
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Chapter 1. Organization, Operations, Procedures and Policies |
SECTION 305:1-1-2. Definitions
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- The following words and terms, when used in this Chapter, shall have the following meaning, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:"Director" means the person appointed by the Governor to administer the Office of Disability Concerns."Governor's Advisory Committee to the Office of Disability Concerns" means the purpose of this advisory committee shall be to assist the Director of the Office of Disability Concerns in the formation, development and implementation of the purposes and programs of the office."Governor's Advisory Committee on Employment of People with Disabilities" means the purpose of this committee is to carry on a continuing program to encourage the employment of the physically, mentally, emotionally, and otherwise people with disabilities of Oklahoma by creating statewide interest in the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities, and by obtaining and maintaining cooperation with all public and private groups and individuals in this field. The Governor's committee shall work in close cooperation with the President's committee on employment of people with disabilities to more effectively carry out the purpose of this act, and with state and federal agencies having responsibilities for employment and rehabilitation of people with disabilities."Office of Disability Concerns" means the Office of Disability Concerns is an independent state agency whose purpose is to help state government develop policies and services that meet the needs of Oklahomans with disabilities. The Office of Disability Concerns serves as a resource to disabled people who want to present their views and recommendations to the Governor, the state Legislature and state agencies. The agency provides such services as but not limited to information and referral, technical assistance, employment development and advocacy. A full list of services provided by the agency will be provided by contacting the Director of the Office of Disability Concerns.