1. (a) Purpose. The MGAC exists as an advisory committee to make recommendations to the Commissioner and Grant Coordinator concerning administration of the MGF grant program. The MGAC will continue in existence until the abolishment date set by §51.200 of this title (relating to Advisory Committees).
2. (b) Governance. The MGAC is governed by the MGAM.

3. (c) Advisory Role of the MGAC. The MGAC, at the request of the Commissioner, makes recommendations concerning administration of the MGF grant program including:

   1. (1) evaluating grant applications to determine whether the application should be approved, and the amount of the grant award;
   2. (2) monitoring ongoing grant awards to evaluate performance and determine compliance;
   3. (3) considering potential amendments to the MGAM; and
   4. (4) evaluating potential candidates for appointment to the MGAC.

Source Note:The provisions of this §52.5 adopted to be effective July 10, 2025, 50 TexReg 3870.