The commission for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons shall:
A. supervise the activities of the executive director of the commission;
B. identify the needs of the deaf and hard-of-hearing population of New Mexico;
C. provide educational assistance to state agencies and, specifically, ensure agency compliance with regulations pertaining to deafness promulgated pursuant to the federal Americans with Disabilities Act;
D. coordinate with state agencies providing services for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons;
E. advocate for equal access to services and opportunities for deaf and hard-of-hearing persons;
F. provide continuing education services to deaf and hard-of-hearing persons;
G. assist in the establishment of a statewide interpreter referral service;
H. review and coordinate certification and evaluation processes for interpreters;
I. convene a minimum of four times each year in varying locations throughout the state; and
J. submit reports on its work for the preceding year to the governor and the legislature at least forty-five days prior to each regular legislative session.
History: Laws 1991, ch. 72, § 2.
Cross references. — For the federal Americans with Disabilities Act, see 42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.
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