Section 40-2-204 - Coal Miner Certification Panel created - Duties(1) There is created within the office the "Coal Miner Certification Panel."(2) The panel consists of: (a) the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and(b) at least eight other members appointed by the commissioner with equal representation and participation from:(i) management of coal mine operations; and(ii) hourly coal mining employees.(3) A member appointed by the commissioner shall: (a) have at least five years' experience in coal mining in this state;(b) administer the certification test to an applicant referred to in Section 40-2-402;(c) consult with the commission about applicant qualifications specified in Section 40-2-402;(d) meet when directed by the commissioner or the commissioner's designee; and(e) hold office at the pleasure of the commissioner.(4) A member may not receive compensation or benefits for the member's service, but may receive per diem and travel expenses in accordance with: (b) Section 63A-3-107; and(c) rules made by the Division of Finance pursuant to Sections 63A-3-106 and 63A-3-107.Amended by Chapter 286, 2010 General Session.Affected by 63I-1-240 on 7/1/2024