2006 Nebraska Revised Statutes - § 71-816 — State Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling and Addiction Services; created; members; duties.

Section 71-816
State Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling and Addiction Services; created; members; duties.
Section 71-816

(1) The State Advisory Committee on Problem Gambling and Addiction Services is created. Members of the committee shall have a demonstrated interest and commitment and specialized knowledge, experience, or expertise relating to the provision of problem gambling and addiction services in the State of Nebraska. The committee shall consist of twelve members appointed by the Governor and shall include at least three consumers of problem gambling or addiction services.

(2) The committee shall be responsible to the division and shall (a) conduct regular meetings, (b) provide advice and assistance to the division relating to the provision of problem gambling and addiction services in the State of Nebraska, (c) evaluate applications for funding from the Compulsive Gamblers Assistance Fund and make recommendations relating to disbursements from the fund, (d) promote the interests of consumers and their families, (e) provide reports as requested by the division, and (f) engage in such other activities as directed or authorized by the division.

Source:

Laws 2004, LB 1083, § 16

Laws 2005, LB 551, § 6

Laws 2006, LB 994, § 95.

~ Revised Statutes Cumulative Supplement, 2006