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Last Update: 1/24/2023

Holocaust and Genocide Memorial and Education Commission

Status
Current
Type of Board
Permanent
Authority
R.C. 197.03
Total Membership
15
Dates of Appointment
Not specified
Term Length
3 years; for G.A. members, the remainder of the G.A. during which appointed
Ending Date of Term
Not specified
Report Requirements
None specified
Chairperson
Selected by Commission from among its voting members.
Subject To Sunset Review
Yes
Full-time
No
Restriction on Partisan Affiliation
No
Senate Confirmation Required
Yes
Expiration Date
December 31, 2024
Appointment Authority
Governor
Membership Composition
House members, Members with other stated qualifications, Senate members, Statewide elected officials/department heads
Compensation
Expenses Only
Staff Assistance
None specified
Additional Information
Qualifications
(1) Two members of the House of Representatives appointed by the Governor, one member being from the majority party and one member being from the minority party; (2) two members of the Senate appointed by the Governor with one member being from the majority party and one member being from the minority party; (3) the following three nonvoting ex officio members: (a) the Superintendent of Public Instruction; (b) the Chancellor of Higher Education; (c) the Director of Veterans Services; (4) eight members be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate: (a) at least three members shall be involved in Holocaust and genocide memorial and education or have a personal connection or experience with the Holocaust or genocide; (b) at least three members shall have expertise regarding the Holocaust and investigation, analysis, or research regarding genocide.