2006 New Mexico Statutes - Section 32A-16-3 — Child development board created; composition.

32A-16-3. Child development board created; composition.

A.     There is created the "child development board". The board shall consist of seven members appointed by the governor no more than four of which shall be affiliated with the same political party.  Members shall have knowledge and experience in early childhood development and education.   

B.     The terms of the members of the board shall be for four years; provided, as determined by lot at the first meeting of the board, two members shall serve an initial term of two years; three members an initial term of three years and two members an initial term of four years, thereafter, all members shall be appointed for terms of five years.   

C.     Members of the board shall receive no compensation other than per diem and mileage as provided in the Per Diem and Mileage Act [ 10-8-1 NMSA 1978].   

D.     Vacancies on the board shall be filled by the appointing authority for the remainder of the unexpired term.