§ 5A-336
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§5A–336.
(a)There is an Advisory Committee on Archaeology.
(1)The Committee consists of seven members appointed by the Governor on recommendation of the Secretary and with the advice and consent of the Senate.
(2)The Committee shall include representatives of reputable museums, institutions of higher education, other recognized scientific or historical institutions or organizations, and qualified private firms that provide archaeological services.
(c)Each member of the Committee shall have skill and knowledge in archaeological matters.
(1)The term of a member is 3 years and begins on July 1.
(2)The terms of members are staggered as required by the terms provided for members of the Committee on October 1, 2005.
(3)At the end of a term, a member continues to serve until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(4)A member who is appointed after a term has begun serves only for the rest of the term and until a successor is appointed and qualifies.
(e)The Committee shall elect a chair from among its members.
(1)The Committee shall meet at least four times a year at the times and places that the chair sets.
(2)At every meeting at least one of the following officers shall attend:
(i)the Chief Archaeologist;
(ii)the State Terrestrial Archaeologist; or
(iii)the State Underwater Archaeologist.
(g)A member of the Committee:
(1)may not receive compensation for duties performed as a member; but
(2)is entitled to reimbursement for expenses under the Standard State Travel Regulations, as provided in the State budget.
(h)The Committee shall:
(1)advise and assist the Archaeology Office on archaeological matters; and
(2)review policies, plans, and regulations relating to archaeological matters.