EXECUTIVE ORDERS

C.  The Governor may remove any member of the
Council for any cause adversely affecting
the member's ability or willingness to
perform his or her duties.

D.  In case of a vacancy, the Governor shall
appoint a successor for the remainder of the
life of the Commission.

E.  A majority of the Council shall constitute a
quorum for the transaction of any business.
The Council may adopt such other procedures
necessary to ensure the orderly transaction
of business including the appointment of
subcommittees or work groups utilizing the
expertise of non Commission members.

F.  The members of the Council may not receive
any compensation for their services. The
members may be reimbursed for their
reasonable expenses incurred in the
performance of duties, in accordance with
the standard travel regulations, and as
provided in the State budget.

G.  The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
shall provide such staff support necessary
for the completion of the Commission's
duties and as provided in the State Budget.

Scope of the Commission

The Commission shall conduct a thorough examination of
the programs and laws relating to the health status of
Maryland's minority citizens and in doing so shall:

A.  Hold hearings at which persons,
organizations, and agencies with an interest
in the health status of Maryland's black and
other minority citizens may present their
views;

B.  Conduct meetings, discussions and
examinations as necessary to gather
information on the laws and services
relating to minority health care in Maryland
and other states;

C.  Identify and examine the limitations and
problems associated with existing laws,
programs and services related to the health
status of Maryland's minority citizens;

D.  Examine the financing and access to health
services for Maryland's black and minority