(a) Commission established. The Illinois State Diabetes Commission is established within the Department of Public Health. The Commission shall consist of members that are residents of this State and shall include an Executive Committee appointed by the Director. The members of the Commission shall be appointed by the Director as follows: (1) The Director or the Director's designee, who shall serve as chairperson of the Commission.(2) Physicians who are board certified in endocrinology, with at least one physician with expertise and experience in the treatment of childhood diabetes and at least one physician with expertise and experience in the treatment of adult onset diabetes.(3) Health care professionals with expertise and experience in the prevention, treatment, and control of diabetes.(4) Representatives of organizations or groups that advocate on behalf of persons suffering from diabetes.(5) Representatives of voluntary health organizations or advocacy groups with an interest in the prevention, treatment, and control of diabetes.(6) Members of the public who have been diagnosed with diabetes. The Director may appoint additional members deemed necessary and appropriate by the Director.
Members of the Commission shall be appointed by June 1, 2010. A member shall continue to serve until his or her successor is duly appointed and qualified.