Ind. Code ch. 16-46-6

Ind. Code ch. 16-46-6
in effect

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-1 Council

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "council" refers to the interagency state council on black and minority health. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-1.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-1 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-1.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.227.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-2 Minority

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "minority" means an individual identified as any of the following: (1) Black or African-American. (2) Hispanic or Latino. (3) Asian. (4) American Indian. (5) Alaska Native. (6) Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-2.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.194-1995, SEC.1; P.L.242-2003, SEC.1.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-3 Establishment

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 3. The state department shall establish the interagency state council on black and minority health. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(a).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-3 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(a).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.228.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-4 Membership

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 4. (a) The council consists of the following twenty-one (21) members: (1) Two (2) members of the house of representatives from different political parties appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives. (2) Two (2) members of the senate from different political parties appointed by the president pro tempore of the senate. (3) The governor or the governor's designee. (4) The state health commissioner or the commissioner's designee. (5) The director of the division of family resources established by IC 12-13-1-1 or the director's designee. (6) The director of the office of Medicaid policy and planning established by IC 12-8-6.5-1 or the director's designee. (7) The director of the division of mental health and addiction established by IC 12-21-1-1 or the director's designee. (8) The commissioner of the department of correction or the commissioner's designee. (9) One (1) representative of a local health department appointed by the governor. (10) One (1) representative of a public health care facility appointed by the governor. (11) One (1) psychologist appointed by the governor who: (A) is licensed to practice psychology in Indiana; and (B) has knowledge and experience in the special health needs of minorities. (12) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the Indiana State Medical Association. (13) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the National Medical Association. (14) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the Indiana Hospital and Health Association. (15) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the American Cancer Society. (16) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the American Heart Association. (17) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the American Diabetes Association. (18) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the Black Nurses Association. (19) One (1) member appointed by the governor based on the recommendation of the Indiana Minority Health Coalition. (b) At least fifty-one percent (51%) of the members of the council must be minorities. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(b), (c).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.4-1993, SEC.249; P.L.5-1993, SEC.262; P.L.194-1995, SEC.2; P.L.215-2001, SEC.89; P.L.242-2003, SEC.2; P.L.2-2005, SEC.59; P.L.145-2006, SEC.147; P.L.42-2024, SEC.126.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-4 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(b), (c).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.4-1993, SEC.249; P.L.5-1993, SEC.262; P.L.194-1995, SEC.2; P.L.215-2001, SEC.89; P.L.242-2003, SEC.2; P.L.2-2005, SEC.59; P.L.145-2006, SEC.147; P.L.42-2024, SEC.126. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.229.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-5 Terms

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 5. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), all appointments to the council are for two (2) years. A legislative member's term expires on June 30 of an odd-numbered year. (b) The term of a member appointed by the governor is four (4) years and expires as follows: (1) June 30, 2025, and each fourth year thereafter for a member appointed under section 4(a)(9) through 4(a)(14) of this chapter. (2) December 31, 2025, and each fourth year thereafter for a member appointed under section 4(a)(15) through 4(a)(19) of this chapter. (c) A member may be reappointed to the commission for succeeding terms. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(d).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.42-2024, SEC.127.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-5 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(d).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.42-2024, SEC.127. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.230.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-6 Chairman

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 6. The council shall select a chairman from the membership annually. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(e).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-6 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(e).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.231.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-7 Vacancy appointments

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 7. Appointments to fill a vacancy are for the remainder of an unexpired term and are made by the authority who made the original appointment. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(f).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-7 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(f).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.232.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-8 Staff

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 8. The state department shall provide staff for the council. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(g).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.242-2003, SEC.3; P.L.42-2024, SEC.128.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-8 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(g).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.242-2003, SEC.3; P.L.42-2024, SEC.128. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.233.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-9 Meetings

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 9. The council shall hold at least four (4) meetings annually. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(h).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-9 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-3(h).] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.234.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-10 Duties

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following version of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 10. The council shall do the following: (1) Identify and study the special health care needs and health problems of minorities. (2) Examine the factors and conditions that affect the health of minorities. (3) Examine the health care services available to minorities in the public and private sector and determine the extent to which these services meet the needs of minorities. (4) Study the state and federal laws concerning the health needs of minorities. (5) Examine the coordination of services to minorities and recommend improvements in the delivery of services. (6) Examine funding sources for minority health care. (7) Examine and recommend preventive measures concerning the leading causes of death or injury among minorities, including the following: (A) Heart disease. (B) Stroke. (C) Cancer. (D) Intentional injuries. (E) Accidental death and injury. (F) Cirrhosis. (G) Diabetes. (H) Infant mortality. (I) HIV and acquired immune deficiency syndrome. (J) Mental Health. (K) Substance Abuse. (8) Examine the impact of the following on minorities: (A) Adolescent pregnancy. (B) Sexually transmitted and other communicable diseases. (C) Lead poisoning. (D) Long term disability and aging. (E) Sickle cell anemia. (9) Monitor the Indiana minority health initiative and other public policies that affect the health status of minorities. (10) Develop and implement a comprehensive plan and time line to address health disparities and health issues of minority populations in Indiana. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-4.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.194-1995, SEC.3; P.L.242-2003, SEC.4.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-10 Powers of the Indiana cultural commission

Note: This version of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. Sec. 10. The Indiana cultural commission established under IC 4-23-36 may do the following: (1) Identify and study the special health care needs and health problems of minorities. (2) Examine the factors and conditions that affect the health of minorities. (3) Examine the health care services available to minorities in the public and private sector and determine the extent to which these services meet the needs of minorities. (4) Study the state and federal laws concerning the health needs of minorities. (5) Examine the coordination of services to minorities and recommend improvements in the delivery of services. (6) Examine funding sources for minority health care. (7) Examine and recommend preventive measures concerning the leading causes of death or injury among minorities, including the following: (A) Heart disease. (B) Stroke. (C) Cancer. (D) Intentional injuries. (E) Accidental death and injury. (F) Cirrhosis. (G) Diabetes. (H) Infant mortality. (I) HIV and acquired immune deficiency syndrome. (J) Mental Health. (K) Substance Abuse. (8) Examine the impact of the following on minorities: (A) Adolescent pregnancy. (B) Sexually transmitted and other communicable diseases. (C) Lead poisoning. (D) Long term disability and aging. (E) Sickle cell anemia. (9) Monitor the Indiana minority health initiative and other public policies that affect the health status of minorities. (10) Develop and implement a comprehensive plan and time line to address health disparities and health issues of minority populations in Indiana. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-4.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.194-1995, SEC.3; P.L.242-2003, SEC.4; P.L.152-2026, SEC.235.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-11 Annual reports

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 11. The council shall submit a report in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6 to the general assembly before November 1 of each year. The report must include the following: (1) The findings and conclusions of the council. (2) Recommendations of the council. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-5.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.28-2004, SEC.142.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-11 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-44-5.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Amended by P.L.28-2004, SEC.142. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.236.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-12 Violations

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 12. (a) Except as otherwise provided, a person who recklessly violates or fails to comply with this chapter commits a Class B misdemeanor. (b) Each day a violation continues constitutes a separate offense. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-35-1.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-12 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. [Pre-1993 Recodification Citation: 16-1-35-1.] As added by P.L.2-1993, SEC.29. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.237.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-13 Reimbursement of member expenses

Note: This version of section effective until 7-1-2027. See also following repeal of this section, effective 7-1-2027. Sec. 13. (a) Each member of the council who is not a state employee is entitled to the minimum salary per diem provided by IC 4-10-11-2.1(b). The council member is also entitled to reimbursement for mileage, traveling expenses as provided under IC 4-13-1-4, and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency. (b) Each member of the council who is a state employee is entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses as provided under IC 4-13-1-4 and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency. (c) Except as provided in subsection (d), expenses incurred under this section must be paid out of the funds appropriated to the state department. (d) Each member of the council who is a member of the general assembly is entitled to receive the same per diem, mileage, and travel allowances paid to legislative members of interim study committees established by the legislative council. Per diem, mileage, and travel allowances paid under this subsection shall be paid from appropriations made to the legislative council or the legislative services agency. As added by P.L.152-1997, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.42-2024, SEC.129.

Ind. Code § 16-46-6-13 Repealed

Note: This repeal of section effective 7-1-2027. See also preceding version of this section, effective until 7-1-2027. As added by P.L.152-1997, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.42-2024, SEC.129. Repealed by P.L.152-2026, SEC.238.
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