To accomplish this goal, the Council is charged with:
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Identifying state laws, or gaps in state law, that create or perpetuate inequities, with the goal of promoting economic growth and wealth equity for the Black community.
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Collaborating with the governor’s office and the Black community to promote legislation and regulation that ensures equitable treatment of all Michiganders, and seeks to remedy structural inequities in this state.
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Serving as a resource for community groups on issues, programs, sources of funding, and compliance requirements within state government in order to benefit and advance the interests of the Black community.
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Promoting the cultural arts within the Black community through coordinated efforts, advocacy, and collaboration with state government.
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Providing other information or advice or taking other actions as requested by the governor.