36-7a-601. State participation in The Energy Council -- Membership -- Duties.

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Effective 5/3/2023

(1)As used in this section, "member" means a legislator appointed under the requirements of this section to participate in The Energy Council.

(2)The Legislature shall participate in and appoint members to The Energy Council, a nonpartisan legislative organization that provides a forum for legislators from energy producing states to discuss and collaborate on energy policy.

(3)The Legislature shall appoint four members to The Energy Council as follows:

(a)two senators, appointed by the president of the Senate; and

(b)two representatives, appointed by the speaker of the House.

(4)Members shall:

(a)as able, participate in conferences and meetings of The Energy Council; and

(b)upon request, report on their activities to the Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment Interim Committee and the Public Utilities, Energy, and Technology Interim Committee.

(5)The compensation and expenses of a member shall be paid in accordance with Section 36-2-2 and Legislative Joint Rules, Title 5, Lodging, Meal, and Transportation Expenses.

(6)The Office of Legislative Research and General Counsel shall provide staff assistance to a member as requested.

Enacted by Chapter 228 , 2023 General Session