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SOURCES OF INFORMATION

Office of Indian Affairs (OIA)

SUMMARY

Synopsis of HCPAC Amendments

Consumer and Public Affairs Committee amendments do the following:

1. Adds new language on page 2, between lines 3 and 4 to say, "shall include in its definition of health issues, socioeconomic factors, environmental effects and access to care";

2. Replaces language on page 2 "E" to say, "design and develop a strong research agenda that includes gathering and analyzing information regarding health problems specific to minority populations".

3. Replaces language on page 2 "F" to say, "ensure that departmental programs address all cultural and ethnic"

4. Adds the phrase "at a minimum" to the end of line 17.

Synopsis of Bill

House Bill 533 creates the minority health office within the Department of Health and requires the appointment of a director by the secretary of DOH. The office is required to review programs as they affect minority programs; ensure public information efforts of the department are designed for maximum effect among minority populations; provide technical assistance; develop standards; gather information; and ensure departmental emphasis on prevention programs for minority populations.

The bill also calls for the creation of an eleven member minority health advisory council and requires certain participation from minority populations including the Navajo Nation, the Apache tribes, various pueblos, and other minority groups. The council is to be appointed by the governor with advice and consent of the senate.

Significant Issues

There is no appropriation attached to this proposed legislation and the travel and per diem costs will be significant.

ADMINISTRATIVE IMPLICATIONS

Administration of this legislation is within the budgeted capacity of this department.

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