- (1) The commission shall consist of eleven members of Hispanic origin appointed by the governor. To the extent practicable, appointments to the commission shall be made to achieve a balanced representation based on the Hispanic population distribution within the state, geographic considerations, sex, age, and occupation. Members shall serve three-year terms. No member shall serve more than two full consecutive terms. Vacancies shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointments.
- (2) Members shall receive reimbursement for travel expenses incurred in the performance of their duties in accordance with RCW 43.03.050 and 43.03.060 as now existing or hereafter amended.
- (3) Six members of the commission shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting business.
[ 1993 c 261 s 2; 1987 c 249 s 3; 1981 c 338 s 15; 1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34 s 130; 1971 ex.s. c 34 s 3.]
Notes:
Effective date—Severability—1975-'76 2nd ex.s. c 34: See notes following RCW 2.08.115.