Section 3323.33. Center for autism and low incidence advisory board

The superintendent of public instruction shall establish an advisory board to assist and advise the Franklin county educational service center in the operation of the Ohio Center for Autism and Low Incidence and the superintendent of public instruction in selecting an entity to administer programs and coordinate services for individuals with autism and low incidence disabilities as required by section 3323.32 of the Revised Code and to provide technical assistance in the provision of such services. As determined by the superintendent, the advisory board shall consist of individuals who are stakeholders in the service to persons with autism and low incidence disabilities, including, but not limited to, the following:

(A) Persons with autism and low incidence disabilities;

(B) Parents and family members;

(C) Educators and other professionals;

(D) Higher education instructors;

(E) Representatives of state agencies. The advisory board shall be organized as determined by the superintendent. Members of the advisory board shall receive no compensation for their services.

Effective Date: 2008 HB562 09-22-2008