The board shall appoint a genetic counselor council composed of one genetic counselor and three physicians licensed pursuant to chapter 36-4 . The term of office for each member is three years. No member may be appointed to more than three consecutive, full terms. If a vacancy occurs, the board must appoint a new member to fill the unexpired term. The appointment of a member to an unexpired term is not considered a full term. The council shall meet at least twice each year, at a time and place set by the council, and may hold additional meetings as necessary to conduct business. The council shall meet the requirements of chapter 1-25 regarding open meetings. The council shall: (1) Assist the board in all matters related to the licensure, practice, education, continuing education, investigation, and discipline of genetic counselors pursuant to this chapter; (2) Make recommendations to the board regarding rules promulgated pursuant to this chapter; and (3) Submit meeting minutes and any recommendations to the board following each council meeting. The board shall communicate activity on all matters relating to genetic counselors with the council.
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