There shall be a minority groups advisory commission to consist of nine (9) members, all of whom shall be members of minority groups; three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the senate president; and three (3) of whom shall be appointed by the governor. The commission shall establish, maintain, and develop cultural ties among various minority groups located within the state; advise the governor and general assembly on any problem encountering various groups of minorities, especially refugees; and foster a special interest in the historical and cultural background of minority groups, as well as in the economic, political, social, and artistic life of the countries involved. History of Section.P.L. 1981, ch. 136, § 1; P.L. 2017, ch. 168, § 5; P.L. 2017, ch. 172, § 5.
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