1. (a) The family support council is established. The family support council consists of twelve (12) members. The governor shall appoint the members of the family support council. A member may be removed from the council by the governor and serves at the governor's pleasure.
2. (b) At least seven (7) of the members of the family support council must be individuals who are eligible for family support services.
3. (c) The family support council must include a representative of the governor's planning council on people with disabilities.
4. (d) The family support council shall meet at least quarterly to monitor the family support policy state plan.

5. (e) The family support council shall:

   1. (1) communicate information and recommendations concerning family support to the secretary; and
   2. (2) assist in developing state policies and programs that have an impact on individuals with disabilities and their families.
6. (f) The secretary shall designate personnel to assist the family support council in performing the functions authorized by this section.

As added by P.L.272-1999, SEC.26.