HRS §227D-4
Setting up a research advisory committee
The authority creates a research advisory committee to get expert advice on science. The committee includes government workers, scientists, and at least two board members. Members pick their own leaders, and the authority can help with staff and pay for expenses.
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The statute, as written — Research advisory committee
The authority shall appoint a research advisory committee for the purpose of obtaining expert and specialized counsel and advice on matters relating to scientific research and may include as members of the committee officers and employees of any government department or agency or members of the scientific community; provided that at least two members of the board shall be appointed to the committee. Members of the advisory committee shall elect the chairperson and secretary of the committee, who shall serve as members of the board. The authority may assign its own staff to aid and assist the committee and may reimburse any member of the committee for necessary expenses incurred in the performance of the member's work for the authority.
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