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A. There is created the “commission for the blind”, consisting of three members, at least one of whom shall be blind, appointed by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate. Members of the first commission shall be appointed for staggered terms, one ending on December 31, 1988, one ending December 31, 1990 and one ending December 31, 1992. Thereafter, appointments shall be for staggered terms of six years.
B. A majority of the members of the commission constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business. The commission shall elect a chairman from its membership.
C. Members of the commission shall be compensated as provided in the Per Diem and Mileage Act 1 and shall receive no other compensation, perquisite or allowance.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New Mexico Statutes Chapter 28. Human Rights § 28-7-16. Commission for the blind created - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/nm/chapter-28-human-rights/nm-st-sect-28-7-16/
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