(a. The board shall consist of 15 members who shall be appointed by the Governor.

(b. Of the four members taking new seats of the board to be appointed by the Governor for terms beginning July 1, 2007, two shall be appointed for initial terms of three years each and two for terms of four years each. Successors to all members shall be appointed to serve for terms of four years each. Vacancies occurring other than by expiration of term shall be filled for the unexpired term. Of the persons so appointed four may be nonresidents of the Commonwealth.

(c. All appointments shall be subject to confirmation by the General Assembly. Members shall continue to hold office until their successors have been appointed and have qualified.

History

1964, c. 50; 1976, c. 25; 2007, cc. 471, 727.