5-16-102. Qualifications. (1) In considering the appointments under 5-16-101(2) and (3), consideration must be given to the appointees' qualifications to:
     (a) analyze and interpret environmental trends and information of all kinds;
     (b) appraise programs and activities of the state government in the light of the policy set forth in 75-1-103;
     (c) be conscious of and responsive to the scientific, economic, social, aesthetic, and cultural needs and interests of the state; and
     (d) formulate and recommend state policies to promote the improvement of the quality of the environment.
     (2) At least 50% of the members appointed pursuant to 5-16-101(2) must be selected from the standing committees that consider issues within the jurisdiction of the environmental quality council.

     History: En. Sec. 8, Ch. 238, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 492, L. 1975; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 204, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 69-6508(part); amd. Sec. 36, Ch. 19, L. 1999.