Subchapter BB. ADVISORY BOARD OF ARTHRITIS
Sec.
5.301. Purpose.
5.302. Duties and responsibilities.
5.303. Composition.
5.304. Appointment of members.
5.305. Term of membership.
5.306. Compensation.
5.307. Rules.
5.308. Reports.
5.309. Executive agencies.
5.310. Department of Health.
The provisions of this Subchapter BB adopted by Executive Order No. 1981-6, dated May 22, 1981, effective May 22, 1981, 11 Pa.B. 2028, unless otherwise noted.
The purpose of this subchapter is to assess the magnitude of the arthritis problem in the Commonwealth and develop a control plan which will define the impact of arthritis and its complications on the people of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
The duties and responsibilities of the Advisory Board shall be as follows:
(1) Periodically assess the resources for patient care in the Commonwealth.
(2) Oversee the institution of education programs at all levels.
(3) Make recommendations for legislation that will affect the well-being of patients with arthritis and related diseases.
(4) Coordinate all arthritis-related activities within the State.
(5) Insure that the quality of life for the arthritis patient remains paramount.
(6) Provide a clearinghouse for research studies into the epidemiology, etiology, prevention, and control of arthritis including social, environmental behavior, nutrition, and biologic controls.
(7) Insure the employability and vocational rehabilitation of patients with arthritis.
(8) Develop programs for improved methods of arthritis screening and referral into the arthritis health delivery care system.
(9) Establish programs to measure the severity and rehabilitative potential of disabilities resulting from arthritis.
(10) Acquaint legislators and other government officials with new developments in the field of arthritis.
(11) Monitor the formation and functioning of arthritis centers.
(12) Work cooperatively with the Pennsylvania Arthritis Council.
The Advisory Board shall consist of nine members, with a balanced regional representation, and shall include a cross section of individuals from professional, voluntary and consumer organizations working with and interested in arthritis.
(a) Members of the Advisory Board shall be appointed by the Governor.
(b) The Governor shall designate one member to serve as Chairperson.
(a) Members shall be appointed for terms of two years and may thereafter be reappointed at the discretion of the Governor.
(b) Should a vacancy occur on the Advisory Board due to resignation, disability or death of a member, a successor shall be appointed by the Governor to serve the duration of the unexpired term.
Members of the Advisory Board shall receive no compensation for their service, but may be reimbursed for actual travel and related expenses in accordance with the rules of the Office of Budget and Administration.
The Advisory Board is hereby authorized to adopt reasonable rules and regulations to carry out its responsibilities.
The Advisory Board shall submit reports to the Secretary of Health within 6 months after the effective date of this order. Thereafter, reports shall be submitted on an annual basis.
Agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction shall cooperate with and provide assistance as needed by the Advisory Board in performing its functions.
The Advisory Board shall report to the Secretary of Health and shall receive staff support from the Division of Chronic Disease Control. The Board shall also cooperate with the Statewide Health Coordinating Council in assisting to implement that portion of the State Health Plan as presented by the Arthritis Task Force Report.
§ 5.301. Purpose.
§ 5.302. Duties and responsibilities.
§ 5.303. Composition of the Advisory Board.
§ 5.304. Appointment of members.
§ 5.305. Term of membership.
§ 5.306. Compensation.
§ 5.307. Rules.
§ 5.308. Reports.
§ 5.309. Executive agencies.
§ 5.310. Department of Health.
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