Utah Code § 26B-6-702

Current through the 2024 Fourth Special Session
Section 26B-6-702 - Disability ombudsman - Purpose - Appointment- Qualifications - Staff
(1) There is created within the department the position of disability ombudsman for the purpose of promoting, advocating, and ensuring the rights and privileges of an individual with a disability are upheld.
(2) The director shall appoint an ombudsman who has:
(a) recognized executive and administrative capacity; and
(b) experience in laws and policies regarding individuals with a disability.
(3) The ombudsman may hire staff as necessary to carry out the duties of the ombudsman under this part.

Utah Code § 26B-6-702

Renumbered from § 62A-5-502 and amended by Chapter 308, 2023 General Session ,§ 199, eff. 5/3/2023.
Added by Chapter 220, 2022 General Session ,§ 2, eff. 5/4/2022.