§ 40-2-204 — Coal Miner Certification Panel created -- Duties.

(1) There is created within the office the "Coal Miner Certification Panel."
(2) The panel consists of:

(2)(a) the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and
(2)(b) at least eight other members appointed by the commissioner with equal representation and participation from:
(2)(b)(i) management of coal mine operations; and
(2)(b)(ii) hourly coal mining employees.
(3) A member appointed by the commissioner shall:

(3)(a) have at least five years' experience in coal mining in this state;
(3)(b) administer the certification test to an applicant referred to in Section 40-2-402;
(3)(c) consult with the commission about applicant qualifications specified in Section 40-2-402;
(3)(d) meet when directed by the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and
(3)(e) hold office at the pleasure of the commissioner.
(4) A member may not receive compensation or benefits for the member's service, but may receive per diem and travel expenses in accordance with:

(4)(a) Section 63A-3-106;
(4)(b) Section 63A-3-107; and
(4)(c) rules made by the Division of Finance pursuant to Sections 63A-3-106 and 63A-3-107.

Legislative History

Amended by Chapter 286, 2010 General Session