1. (1) Gather and give out information to further the public's understanding of hereditary and congenital disorders;
2. (2) Reevaluate continually the need for and the effectiveness of State hereditary and congenital disorders programs;
3. (3) Make any necessary recommendation to end any unjustified discrimination that might result from identification of an individual as a carrier of a hereditary disorder, but this item does not affect any right of anyone to seek or have any other redress for this discrimination;
4. (4) Advise the Secretary as to the need for rules, regulations, and standards for the detection and management of hereditary and congenital disorders;
5. (5) Participate actively in the development of the rules and regulations adopted by the Department; and
6. (6) Assist the Department in prioritizing its efforts.

To preserve and protect the health and welfare of the citizens of this State, the Advisory Council may:

Added by Acts 1982, c. 21, § 2, eff. July 1, 1982. Amended by Acts 1986, c. 740, § 1, eff. July 1, 1986; Acts 1992, c. 71, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1992.

Formerly Art. 43, § 817.