Current through Register Vol. 54, No. 45, November 9, 2024
(a) The Council shall study problems of sexual minorities and make recommendations to the Governor as to policy, program, and legislative changes needed to further the goal of obtaining equal rights for all persons.(b) The Council shall work with State agencies to end discrimination against Commonwealth employes, clients, the general public and employes of firms which contract with the Commonwealth solely on the basis of their affectional or sexual preference.(c) The Council shall work to educate State personnel and the public in general concerning problems and issues affecting sexual minorities. The Council shall outline plans for educating state employes concerning the problems of sexual minorities, review these plans with appropriate agency officials, develop timetables for their implementation, provide qualified speakers for educational seminars it shall organize, and evaluate the results of its programs.(d) The Council is authorized to receive complaints from persons claiming that they have been the victims of discrimination for their sexual or affectional orientation. Where feasible, the complaints shall be referred to the appropriate agency for resolution. The Council shall compile a record of complaints received and their disposition. Agencies receiving the complaints directly will inform the Council of their nature and disposition.