4-20-302 - Qualifications of members Chair Service of members without compensation Expenses. - Tennessee Statutes

4-20-302. Qualifications of members Chair Service of members without compensation Expenses.

(a)  The members of the commission shall be citizens of the state who have demonstrated active involvement in museums, museum governance, history, art, cultural heritage and enrichment, education and who exemplify fundamental leadership skills and fundraising capabilities.

(b)  The commission shall elect a chair from among its appointed membership. The chair shall serve in that capacity for one (1) year and shall be eligible for reelection. The chair shall preside at all meetings and shall have all the powers and privileges of the other members.

(c)  (1)  The members of the commission shall not receive any compensation for their services but may be reimbursed for actual and necessary expenses incurred in the performance of their duties as members of the commission.

     (2)  All reimbursement for travel expenses shall be in accordance with the comprehensive travel regulations as promulgated by the department of finance and administration and approved by the attorney general and reporter.

[Acts 2009, ch. 497, § 1.]