Legislative Committee
Works with state and
federal legislators to secure adequate funding for VR an rehabilitation
Services (RS), and keep SRC members apprised of legislative issues
affecting VR and RS. Advocates and become the ambassadors for people
with disabilities. Also participates in development of VR policies and
plans, including the state plan.
Members
Chairperson
Committee Members
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Michael Hale
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Alice Ritchhart
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Wes Massey
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Sheila Thomas
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Bennie Newroth
VR Liaison
Key Action Items/
Next Steps
Goals
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Schedule reception (breakfast) for
2009 session. (meets goals 1&3)
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Develop a 1 page position paper for
the 2008 session (meets goals 1&3)
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Schedule meeting (teleconference) with
DOL lobbyist. (meets goals 1-5)
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Have VR staff clearly articulate
goals with ramifications and back up data prior to 2009 session.
(Meets goal 1)
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Get Current data and goals for 2008
session for VR. (Meets goals 1-5
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