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LAWS OF MARYLAND

[Ch. 713

6-403.

The Governor is the official representative of the
State on the Interstate Oil Compact Commission. He shall
exercise and perform for the State every power and duty
as a member of the Commission. The Governor may appoint
an assistant representative to act in his stead as the
official representative of the State as a member of the
Commission. The assistant representative provided for in
the compact shall take the oath of office prescribed by
the Constitution. The oath shall be filed with the
office of the Secretary of State. STATE MEMBERS SHALL BE
REIMBURSED FOR EXPENSES INCURRED WHILE ACTUALLY ENGAGED
IN THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR DUTIES, IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE STANDARD TRAVEL REGULATIONS.

7-204.

(a) The Maryland Commission on Mining Laws is
created and continued. It consists of three persons
appointed by the Governor, with the advice of the
Secretary. One of the three members shall be a
representative of the mine operators, one shall be a
representative of the mine employees, and at least one
member shall be a resident of the State who is not
affiliated with the Governor's own political party. The
Governor shall designate one of the members to serve as
chairman. The commissioners shall serve without
compensation but shall be reimbursed IN ACCORDANCE WITH
THE STANDARD TRAVEL REGULATIONS for [necessary] travel
expenses and disbursements made in the conduct of their
official duties. The commissioners serve at the pleasure
of the Governor.

7-206.

(a) Upon the recommendation of the Director of the
Bureau, concurred in by the Secretary, the Governor shall
appoint two persons, one a miner and the other an
operator, who with the Director shall constitute an
Examining Board. The Director shall be chairman, ex
officio. Each appointed miner and operator shall: (1) be
a citizen of the United States and a resident of the
State; (2) be not less than 30 years of age; (3) have at
least five years' practical experience in the coal mining
industry immediately preceding the appointment; and (4)
be a person of integrity, known intelligence, and who has
knowledge of this occupation. A member shall remain in
office until his successor is appointed and qualified.
Before entering upon the duties of the office, each
member shall take and subscribe the oath provided by the
Constitution. The Board shall have the office room,
meeting space, equipment, stenographic and other
assistance, supplies, and facilities the Secretary