THE GOVERNOR
Title 4—ADMINISTRATION
[47 Pa.B. 6927]
[Saturday, November 11, 2017]
PART I. GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
[ 4 PA. CODE CH. 6 ]
[ EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 2017-02 ]
Pennsylvania Commission for Women October 6, 2017
Whereas, women in Pennsylvania make unique, diverse and valuable contributions to the culture, society and economy of Pennsylvania, which have a beneficial impact on the commonwealth; and
Whereas, the commonwealth is committed to increasing access for women to civic, economic and educational opportunities and providing equality and opportunity for all Pennsylvanians; and
Whereas, it will benefit the commonwealth to define and address the unique contributions, needs and concerns of women and girls to improve the lives of all Pennsylvanians.
Now, Therefore, I, Tom Wolf, 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, do hereby reestablish the Pennsylvania Commission for Women as the commonwealth's advocate agency for women as herein set forth.
Governor
Fiscal Note: GOV-17-02. No fiscal impact. Increases in travel reimbursement costs due to the creation of the Commission will be absorbed within the Office of the Governor's current operating budget. (8) recommends adoption.
Annex A
TITLE 4. ADMINISTRATION
PART I. GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
CHAPTER 6. ADDITIONAL COUNCILS AND COMMITTEES
Subchapter YY. (Reserved) §§ 6.601—6.609. (Reserved).
Subchapter BBB. PENNSYLVANIA COMMISSION FOR WOMEN § 6.631. Functions.
The Pennsylvania Commission for Women shall:
(1) Work with the Administration on policies, procedures, legislation and regulations that affect women.
(2) Support economic and civic opportunities for women.
(3) Support mentoring programs for girls and young women.
(4) Serve as a resource for women and community groups by identifying and supporting strategies and programs that will expand and enhance the civic, social, educational, cultural and economic status of women, and providing constituent guidance as necessary.
(5) Identify, and help build, programs and opportunities for the benefit and advancement of women.
§ 6.632. Composition.
(a) The Pennsylvania Commission for Women (Commission) shall consist of no more than 30 volunteer members appointed by the Governor who represent a diverse population within this Commonwealth. The Governor will invite a member of each of the four legislative caucuses in the General Assembly to serve on the Commission.
(b) Appointees shall have an interest in improving the status of women in this Commonwealth, commit to volunteer their time to and further the mission and work of the Commission, and support the Governor's legislative efforts as it positively impacts the women and girls of this Commonwealth.
(c) The Governor will designate one member of the Commission to serve as chairperson. The Governor may designate one or more Commission members to serve in leadership positions as needed. Commission leadership shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor.
(d) The Governor will appoint a member of his staff to serve as Executive Director of the Commission, who shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor.
§ 6.633. Terms of membership.
(a) Members will be appointed for terms of 2 years and serve until their respective successors are appointed. A member may be reappointed for one or more additional terms. Members shall serve at the pleasure of the Governor and adhere to a policy setting forth Commissioner responsibilities and expectations as may be promulgated by the Executive Director and the Pennsylvania Commission for Women (Commission chairperson).
(b) If a vacancy occurs on the Commission, the Governor will appoint a successor. The successor shall fulfill the remainder of the term. The successor may thereafter be reappointed for one or more additional terms.
(c) A member who is absent from two consecutive meetings of the Commission, without sufficient excuse, shall forfeit membership on the Commission.
§ 6.634. Compensation.
Members of the Pennsylvania Commission for Women will not receive compensation for their service except that members may, upon request, be reimbursed for travel in accordance with Commonwealth policy. See Chapter 40 (relating to travel and subsistence).
§ 6.635. Relationship with other agencies.
Agencies under the Governor's jurisdiction shall cooperate with and provide assistance and support as needed by the Pennsylvania Commission for Women (Commission) to carry out its functions effectively. Independent agencies, State-affiliated entities and State-related institutions are also strongly encouraged to work with the Commission to support its mission.
§ 6.636. Procedures.
(a) The Pennsylvania Commission for Women (Commission) is authorized to establish subcommittees, rules and procedures for the effective implementation of its functions, consistent with this subchapter. Subcommittees may include advisory nonmembers if approved by the Commission's chairperson and Executive Director.
(b) A majority of the Commissioners serving at any time constitutes a quorum.
§ 6.637. Effective date.
This subchapter takes effect immediately and remains in effect unless revised or rescinded by the Governor.
§ 6.638. Rescission.
Executive Order 2015-09 is rescinded.
[Pa.B. Doc. No. 17-1839. Filed for public inspection November 9, 2017, 9:00 a.m.]
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