Virginia Decodedhttps://vacode.org671422.2-2631Powers and duties of Council2025Administration of GovernmentOrganization of State GovernmentState Authorities, Boards, Commissions, Councils, Foundations and Other Collegial BodiesCouncilsCouncil on Women

The Council shall have the following powers and duties to:

1. Determine the studies and research to be conducted by the Council;

2. Collect and disseminate information regarding the status of women in the Commonwealth and the nation;

3. Advise the Governor, the General Assembly, and the Governor’s Secretaries on matters pertaining to women in the Commonwealth and the nation;

4. Establish and award scholarships pursuant to regulations and conditions prescribed by the Council; and

5. Develop programs and projects on matters pertaining to women in the Commonwealth and the nation through public-private partnerships.

1985, c. 497, § 9-116.1; 2001, c. 844; 2012, c. 502; 2020, c. 57.