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The Commission on Asian Affairs shall:
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Work for the enhancement of social, economic and educational opportunities for Asian American within this state.
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Establish an Asian Affairs Network to facilitate the work of the commission.
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Identify and examine the needs of Asian American residents of this state.
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Compile information relating to services available to Asian American residents of this state, including but not limited to education and training programs, work programs, dispute resolution programs, trade opportunities, housing programs, health programs, mental health programs including alcohol and drug services, and welfare programs from local, state and federal sources and through private agencies.
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Develop and sponsor programs in cooperation with Asian American groups and organizations to inform Asian American residents of this state of services available to them.
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Assess all programs of state agencies operating for the benefit of Asian American residents of this state and make recommendations to the appropriate agencies for improvement of those programs.
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In conjunction with the Oregon Heritage Commission, coordinate statewide celebrations during the fourth week of Asian Heritage Month.
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Support the Economic and Community Development Department in its efforts to promote trade, tourism, and economic development among this state, the United States and Asian countries.
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Submit to the Governor at the beginning of each biennium a report that describes the needs of Asian Americans identified under paragraph (c) of this subsection and that specifies the programs, projects and activities that the commission will undertake regarding those needs.
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