68-1-2303 - Advisory council. - Tennessee Statutes

68-1-2303. Advisory council.

(a)  Subject to the appropriation of funds in the general appropriations act, the commissioner shall appoint an advisory council to advise the commissioner and the office regarding child nutrition and wellness issues. The commissioner shall utilize the existing Tennessee Healthy Weight Network in selecting persons for the advisory council.

(b)  The advisory council shall have the following responsibilities:

     (1)  To advocate for the wellness of children and to recommend appropriate forums, programs, and initiatives to educate the public regarding child nutrition and wellness;

     (2)  To develop nutrition and physical activity standards for children;

     (3)  To gather relevant data on child nutrition and wellness and to recommend surveys and other means to gather additional data, if deemed necessary; and

     (4)  To develop a comprehensive long-term strategy, including funding and evaluation mechanisms, to promote child nutrition and wellness in various settings, including, but not limited to, schools, child care centers, health care facilities, and community facilities, such as churches, shopping centers, health clubs, and other areas frequented by children.

(c)  The commissioner shall determine the number of persons to serve on the advisory council, appoint a chair, and establish the procedures under which the council shall operate.

(d)  The advisory council shall serve without compensation and shall meet at least quarterly.

[Acts 2006, ch. 886, § 4.]