1. (a) The commission shall do the following:

   1. (1) Identify and research issues affecting the Hispanic/Latino communities.
   2. (2) Promote cooperation and understanding between the Hispanic/Latino communities and other communities throughout Indiana.

   3. (3) Report to the legislative council in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6 and to the governor concerning Hispanic/Latino issues, including the following:

      1. (A) Conditions causing exclusion of Hispanics/Latinos from the larger Indiana community.
      2. (B) Measures to stimulate job skill training and related workforce development.
      3. (C) Measures to sustain cultural diversity while improving race and ethnic relations.
      4. (D) Public awareness of issues affecting the Hispanic/Latino communities.
      5. (E) Measures that could facilitate easier access to state and local government services by Hispanics/Latinos.
      6. (F) Challenges and opportunities arising out of the growth of the Hispanic/Latino population.

   4. (4) On or before July 1, 2027, and July 1 biennially thereafter, submit a report to the executive director of the legislative services agency, in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6 , for review by the interim committee on government in accordance with IC 1-1-15.5-4 and IC 2-5-1.3-13 (g). The report shall describe:

      1. (A) official action taken; and

      2. (B) actionable items considered;

         by the commission during the preceding two (2) years.

2. (b) The commission may study other topics:

   1. (1) as assigned by the governor;
   2. (2) as assigned by the legislative council; or
   3. (3) as directed by the commission's chairperson.

As added by P.L.247-2003, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.28-2004, SEC.49; P.L.161-2025, SEC.6.