KRS 163.510: Duties of commission.

(1) The commission shall advise the Governor and the General Assembly concerning

policy and programs to enhance the quality and coordination of services for the deaf

and hard of hearing.

(2) The commission shall cooperate with and assist local, state and federal governments

and public and private agencies in the development of programs for the deaf and

hard of hearing.

(3) The commission shall review legislative programs relating to services to deaf and

hard of hearing persons and shall conduct studies of condi tions affecting the health

and welfare of the deaf and hard of hearing.

(4) The commission shall oversee the provision of interpreter services to the deaf and

hard of hearing, and may provide services if necessary.