ORS 185.130 Oregon Disabilities Commission; qualifications

The Oregon Disabilities Commission is created within the Department of Human Services. The commission consists of 15 members appointed by the Governor for not more than two consecutive four-year terms.

Prior to making appointments, the Governor shall request and consider recommendations from advocate self-help groups and other interested public and private agencies.

The membership of the commission shall be composed of members broadly representative of major public and private agencies who are experienced in or have demonstrated particular interest in the special needs of individuals with disabilities and consumers. Appointments shall be made with considerations given to geographic representation and a majority shall be individuals with disabilities as defined in ORS 185.110 (3).