50-06.5-09. Duties of the designated state entity

50-06.5-09. Duties of the designated state entity The designated state entity: 1. Must be responsible for the establishment and maintenance of a council that meets the requirements of section 796d of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended [Pub. L. 93-112; 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq.]. 2. Shall receive, account for, and disburse funds received, including title 29, United States Code, subchapter VII, part B funding; state matching funds; and other state funds allocated for centers for independent living and maintenance of the council as set forth in the state plan for independent living. 3. Shall ensure the council receives necessary and sufficient resources needed to fulfill the council's statutory duties and authorities under section 796d of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended [Pub. L. 93-112; 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq.], consistent with the state plan for independent living and in a manner consistent with state and federal regulations. 4. Shall comply with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations. 5. Shall sign the state plan for independent living signifying agreement to execute the responsibilities of the designated state entity identified in section 796c of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended [Pub. L. 93-112; 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq.]. 6. Shall assist the council in the development of the plan for the provision of resources, including personnel necessary to carry out the functions of the council.