The commission shall consult with and advise the governor on all commission activities and shall:

1. (a) Carry on a continuing program to promote a higher quality of life for people with disabilities;
2. (b) cooperate with all public and private agencies interested in independent living by people with disabilities;
3. (c) cooperate with all agencies responsible for or interested in the rehabilitation and employment of people with disabilities;
4. (d) encourage the organization of community-based programs and work closely with such programs in promoting independence of people with disabilities;
5. (e) assist in developing societal acceptance of people with disabilities;
6. (f) inform individuals with disabilities of specific facilities available for increasing their independence;
7. (g) conduct such educational programs as members deem necessary; and
8. (h) report annually to the governor and legislature on commission activities and submit any recommendations believed necessary in promoting the independence of people with disabilities.

L. 1975, ch. 257, § 6; L. 1976, ch. 370, § 97; L. 1989, ch. 235, § 6; L. 2004, ch. 179, § 109; L. 2012, ch. 163, § 4; July 1.