Increasing Participation of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in Federal Programs
Headline: Creates Advisory Commission and Initiative for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
What it does: Agencies must appoint senior liaisons, prepare measurable plans, share data, and coordinate through the new Commission and Initiative.
- Creates a Presidential advisory commission of up to 15 members.
- Requires agencies to prepare annual plans with measurable objectives and assessments.
- Directs agencies to provide and improve data on program participation.
Summary
This order creates a President's Advisory Commission and a White House Initiative to improve the quality of life for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders by increasing their participation in federal programs where they may be underserved. The Department of Health and Human Services will host the Commission, which will include up to 15 Presidential appointees and an Executive Director who also runs the interagency working group.
Agencies must appoint senior liaisons, prepare measurable plans, share data, and the Secretary will produce an integrated Federal Plan for these efforts.
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