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The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced that the Louisiana Advisory Committee will host a public meeting via Zoom on March 12, 2025, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Central Time. The meeting aims to discuss the "SAC concept project," and the public can join via the provided Zoom link or by phone. Members of the public are invited to make oral comments during the meeting, and those wishing to submit written comments must do so within 30 days of the meeting. Detailed meeting records and additional information will be accessible through the Commission's website or through direct contact with the designated officials.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced a public meeting for the Utah Advisory Committee on April 16, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mountain Time, which will be held via Zoom. The meeting aims to discuss the civil rights implications of different outcomes in Utah's K-12 education system. Members of the public can register to participate or listen, and there will be a chance for public comments during the meeting. Written comments are welcome and can be submitted until May 16, 2025.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced a series of online meetings organized by the Michigan Advisory Committee to explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected voting rights in Michigan. The first meeting on this topic was held on September 12, 2020, and upcoming meetings are scheduled for February 8 and February 17, 2021. These sessions are open to the public, who can join via a toll-free phone number or online platform. Melissa Wojnaroski is the point of contact for further information, and additional details can be found on the Commission's website.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Montana Advisory Committee will hold an online meeting on April 15, 2021, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. (MT) to discuss voting issues affecting Native Americans. This is the second of two meetings on this topic. The public can listen to the meeting via a toll-free phone number and view it online through Webex. Interested individuals may also submit written comments or participate during the public comment period at the end of the meeting. Meeting materials and records will be available online before and after the event.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Alabama Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on February 18, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. Central Time, which can be accessed via Webex or by phone. The meeting's purpose is to discuss civil rights issues in Alabama and plan for upcoming briefings. Members of the public are welcome to listen in and will have an opportunity to make comments. Further information and details for participating can be acquired by reaching out to David Barreras, the Designated Federal Officer.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced two upcoming business meetings of their Colorado Advisory Committee. These virtual meetings will take place on April 2 and April 16, 2025, at 3 p.m. Mountain Time via Zoom. In the first meeting, the committee will choose a study topic, and in the second meeting, they will vote on a project proposal and start planning related hearings. The public can attend and provide comments, and written comments can be submitted within 30 days after the meetings.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights announced that the Maine State Advisory Committee will hold virtual meetings on March 18, April 15, and May 20, 2021, focusing on their digital equity project. These meetings, accessible via a web conference link, will include reviewing the project report and inviting public comments. The public can participate and submit comments within 30 days after each meeting. For more information, individuals can contact Barbara de La Viez at her provided email or phone number.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights is holding a public business meeting via Zoom for the Indiana Advisory Committee on May 15, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. This meeting is open to the public, who can attend by registering through a provided link. Public attendees will have an opportunity to comment, and closed captioning is available. Written comments can be submitted within 30 days after the meeting, and records of the meeting will be accessible online.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has announced that the North Carolina Advisory Committee will hold a public meeting on May 6, 2025, via Zoom. The meeting's purpose is to discuss the Committee's report on civil rights in the North Carolina child welfare system. Members of the public are welcome to attend, and there will be an opportunity for public comments. More information, including how to register and participate, can be obtained by contacting Ana Victoria Fortes or visiting the Commission's website.

The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights' Colorado Advisory Committee will hold a virtual meeting on January 9, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Mountain Time to review its report on public school attendance zones in Colorado. The committee will discuss and vote on the report and consider next steps. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom, and attendees can participate by providing comments or observing. Written comments can be submitted within 30 days after the meeting, and closed captioning will be available.