Section 45-20-71.09
Vacancies - How filled.
Should any vacancy occur in the presidency or associate membership of the board, the same shall be filled by appointment of the Governor who shall be governed by Section 45-20-71.04 and Section 45-20-71.05. Such appointment shall be for the unexpired term of the officer whose office is vacant, and until his or her successor is elected and qualified.
(Acts 1945, No. 22, §10.)