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PA Bulletin, Doc. No. 23-880

THE GOVERNOR

Title 4—ADMINISTRATION

PART I. GOVERNOR'S OFFICE

[4 PA. CODE CH. 6]

[EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2023-14]

[53 Pa.B. 3545]
[Saturday, July 8, 2023]

Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement

June 6, 2023

Whereas, Pennsylvanians aged 16—26 (''Next Generation'') make unique, diverse, and valuable contributions to the culture, society, and economy of Pennsylvania, which have a beneficial impact on life in the Commonwealth; and

Whereas, the Commonwealth is committed to engaging its Next Generation population effectively; and

Whereas, the Next Generation has unique needs from its government and often uses methods of communicating with government programs, agencies, and officials that may be distinct from other Pennsylvanians; and

Whereas, it will benefit the Commonwealth to define and address the unique contributions, needs, and concerns of the Next Generation, in order to improve the lives of all Pennsylvanians.

Now, Therefore, I, Josh Shapiro, Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and other laws of the Commonwealth, do hereby establish, in the Office of the Governor, the Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (hereinafter referred to as ''Commission'') and, further, order and direct the following:

Governor

Fiscal Note: GOV-2023-14. No fiscal impact; recommends adoption.

Annex A

TITLE 4. ADMINISTRATION

PART I. GOVERNOR'S OFFICE

CHAPTER 6. ADDITIONAL COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES

Subchapter UUU. GOVERNOR'S ADVISORY COMMISSION ON NEXT GENERATION ENGAGEMENT

Sec.

6.891.Purpose.
6.892.Responsibilities.
6.893.Composition.
6.894.Terms of membership.
6.895.Compensation.
6.896.Relationship with other agencies.
6.897.Reports.
6.898.Procedures.
6.899.Effective date.
6.900.Termination date.

§ 6.891. Purpose.

 The purpose of the Commission is to gather information regarding the experiences and needs of residents of this Commonwealth who are 16 years of age or older but under 27 years of age (Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth); review, evaluate, and assess programs affecting them; provide the Governor with information and recommendations regarding how best to meet their needs; and provide information about programs and services that may be relevant to the needs of Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

§ 6.892. Responsibilities.

 The Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement shall have the following responsibilities:

 (1) Review and recommend to the Governor policies regarding issues that affect Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

 (2) Work with the Governor's Office, at its request, to engage with Federal, State and local agencies to promote effective utilization of government programs impacting the Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

 (3) Communicate with communities throughout this Commonwealth about activities and initiatives of the Administration that impact Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

 (4) Compile information about programs, scholarships, mentoring programs, sources of funding or other resources for the benefit and advancement of Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

 (5) Provide information and recommendations to the Governor's Office on the latest social, digital, or other communication strategies employed by Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

§ 6.893. Composition.

 (a) The Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (Commission) shall consist of no more than 30 voting members, who are representatives of this Commonwealth's Next Generation or have an interest in its success, and bring relevant experience, expertise and perspective to the Commission.

 (b) The Governor shall designate one Commission member to serve as chairperson of the Commission. The Governor may also designate one Commission member to serve as vice chairperson. The chairperson and vice chairperson serve at the pleasure of the Governor.

 (c) The Governor shall appoint an Executive Director of the Commission, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. The Executive Director shall prepare agendas, timelines and meeting schedules; convene meetings; oversee the activities of the Commission; and act as the Commission's liaison to the Governor's Office through the Governor's relevant designee.

 (d) The Governor may appoint one or more non-voting honorary members to the Commission in addition to the 30 appointed members, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor. Honorary members shall receive no compensation or reimbursement of travel or related expenses. Section 6.894(d) shall not apply to honorary members.

§ 6.894. Terms of Membership.

 (a) Members of the Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (Commission) shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Governor.

 (b) Voting members of the Commission shall be appointed for a term of 2 years and may continue to serve until their successor is appointed.

 (c) Should a vacancy occur on the Commission, the Governor may appoint a successor to complete the term of the vacancy.

 (d) A voting member, who is absent from two consecutive Commission meetings without excuse, shall forfeit membership on, and be removed from, the Commission.

§ 6.895. Compensation.

 Members of the Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement shall receive no compensation for their service, except that voting members may be reimbursed for reasonable travel and related expenses in accordance with Commonwealth policy.

§ 6.896. Relationship with other agencies.

 Agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction shall cooperate with and provide assistance and support as needed by the Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (Commission) to fulfill its responsibilities as set forth in this subchapter. Independent agencies, State-affiliated entities and State-related institutions are also strongly encouraged to work with the Commission to support its mission.

§ 6.897. Reports.

 The Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (Commission) shall submit to the Governor an annual report outlining its activities and accomplishments. The Commission may submit other reports, at the request of the Governor, on issues affecting Next Generation residents of this Commonwealth.

§ 6.898. Procedures.

 (a) The Governor's Advisory Commission on Next Generation Engagement (Commission) is authorized to establish rules and procedures for the effective implementation of its responsibilities, consistent with this subchapter.

 (b) The Commission is authorized to establish subcommittees with specific purposes and goals set forth when established. Subcommittees may include advisory non-members, if approved by the Commission chairperson. Subcommittee advisory non-members shall receive no compensation or reimbursement of travel or related expenses.

 (c) A majority of currently serving voting members in attendance at a meeting of the Commission shall constitute a quorum.

§ 6.899. Effective date.

 This subchapter shall take effect immediately.

§ 6.900. Termination date.

 This subchapter shall remain in effect until amended or rescinded by the Governor.

[Pa.B. Doc. No. 23-880. Filed for public inspection July 7, 2023, 9:00 a.m.]



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