1. (1) As used in this section, "member" means a legislator appointed under the requirements of this section to participate in The Energy Council.
2. (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. (3) The Legislature shall appoint four members to The Energy Council as follows:

   1. (a) two senators, appointed by the president of the Senate; and
   2. (b) two representatives, appointed by the speaker of the House.

4. (4) Members shall:

   1. (a) as able, participate in conferences and meetings of The Energy Council; and
   2. (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. (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. (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