Section 107A.002 - Powers of Center The center may:
(1) provide a central information and referral source, including a clearinghouse for health disparities information, and serve as the primary state resource in coordinating, planning, and advocating access to health care services to eliminate health disparities in this state;(2) coordinate conferences and other training opportunities to increase skills among state agencies and government staff in management and in the appreciation of cultural diversity;(3) pursue and administer grant funds for innovative projects for communities, groups, and individuals;(4) provide recommendations and training in improving minority recruitment in state agencies;(5) publicize information regarding health disparities and minority health issues through the use of the media;(6) network with existing minority organizations, community-based health groups, and statewide health coalitions;(7) solicit, receive, and spend grants, gifts, and donations from public and private sources; and(8) contract with public and private entities in the performance of its responsibilities.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 107A.002
Amended By Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 121, Sec. 2, eff. 5/21/2011.Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Subchapter G, Chapter 12 and amended by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 222, Sec. 1, eff. 9/1/2007.