To advise the chief of the office on women's health, the director of the department of health and senior services shall appoint a committee comprised of persons who have expertise in the varied issues affecting the health and well-being of women in Missouri, who reflect the geographic, racial, ethnic and socioeconomic diversity of Missouri, and who speak for communities with specific health care risks, needs and concerns.

1. (1) The advisory committee and the chief of the office on women's health shall jointly identify issues pertinent to the health of women for consideration by the director of the department of health and senior services.
2. (2) The advisory committee shall assist the office on women's health in analyzing issues, as requested, and providing policy advice to the chief of the office on women's health.

(L. 2000 H.B. 1568)