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:
The board shall communicate activity on all matters relating to genetic counselors with the council.
SDCL 36-36-15