1. (a) When necessary, the IPPA may appoint an individual who:

   1. (1) holds an office of importance to the pork industry; or

   2. (2) has special expertise concerning the pork industry;

      to participate in the work of the IPPA.

2. (b) An individual appointed under subsection (a) may not participate in votes taken by the IPPA. However, the appointed individual is eligible for reimbursement for travel expenses in the same manner as IPPA's board members under section 23(g) of this chapter.

3. (c) An individual appointed under this section serves a term of one

   1. (1) year but may be reappointed for additional terms.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.