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LD 1566

An Act To Provide Compensation To Individuals With Lived Experience Serving On Advisory Boards, Commissions, Councils And Similar Groups

132nd Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Flavia DeBrito and 6 co-sponsors

Overview: LD 1566 - An Act To Provide Compensation To Individuals With Lived Experience Serving On Advisory Boards, Commissions, Councils And Similar GroupsPurpose and Intent: This

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Bill Summary · LD 1566

Overview: LD 1566 - An Act To Provide Compensation To Individuals With Lived Experience Serving On Advisory Boards, Commissions, Councils And Similar Groups
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to provide compensation to individuals with lived experience who serve on various state-level advisory boards, commissions, councils, and similar groups. The goal is to recognize the valuable expertise and perspectives that these individuals can bring to policymaking and program development, and to remove financial barriers that may prevent them from participating.

Key Provisions:
- Requires state agencies to provide reasonable compensation, at least at minimum wage, to individuals with relevant lived experience who serve on advisory bodies
- Defines "lived experience" to include personal experiences with issues such as homelessness, mental health challenges, substance use disorders, and other social and economic hardships
- Directs the Department of Administrative and Financial Services to establish guidelines and procedures for the compensation of advisory board members

Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals with lived experience who serve on state-level advisory bodies, who will receive compensation for their participation
- State agencies that oversee advisory boards, commissions, and councils, which will need to budget for and administer the new compensation program
- Policymakers and program developers, who will benefit from the increased participation and input of individuals with relevant lived experiences

Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been HELD BY THE GOVERNOR, meaning it has not yet been signed into law. If enacted, the new compensation requirements would take effect 90 days after the legislative session adjourns.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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