§ 23-64.1-1 Short title
§ 23-64.1-2 Definitions
§ 23-64.1-3 Renaming and establishment
§ 23-64.1-4 Purpose
§ 23-64.1-5 Powers and duties
§ 23-64.1-6 Disparities impact and evaluation report
§ 23-64.1-7 Race, ethnicity, social determinants of health and language data collection coordination
§ 23-64.1-8 Health workforce diversity and development

Terms Used In Rhode Island General Laws > Chapter 23-64.1 - Commission for Health Advocacy and Equity

  • Commission: means the commission of health advocacy and equity; formerly entitled the minority health advisory committee. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-64.1-2
  • Disparities: means the preventable inequalities in health status, including the incidence, prevalence, mortality, and burden of diseases and other adverse health conditions that exist among population groups in Rhode Island. See Rhode Island General Laws 23-64.1-2
  • Ex officio: Literally, by virtue of one's office.
  • Quorum: The number of legislators that must be present to do business.
  • Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.