(b) The council shall consist of qualified individuals with experience in substance use disorder treatment and other addiction services. The council shall consist of at least one member from each of the following categories only:
(A) A representative of the Oregon Health Authority, Health Systems Division Behavioral Health Services as a nonvoting member;
(B) Three members of communities that have been disproportionately impacted by arrests, prosecution or sentencing for conduct that has been classified or reclassified as a Class E violation;
(C) A physician specializing in addiction medicine;
(D) A licensed clinical social worker;
(E) An evidence-based substance use disorder provider;
(F) A harm reduction services provider;
(G) A person specializing in housing services for people with substance use disorder or a diagnosed mental health condition;
(H) An academic researcher specializing in drug use or drug policy;
(I) At least two people who suffered or suffer from substance use disorder;
(J) At least two recovery peers;
(K) A mental or behavioral health care provider;
(L) A representative of a coordinated care organization;
(M) A person who works for a nonprofit organization that advocates for persons who experience or have experienced substance use disorder; and
(N) The Director of the Alcohol and Drug Policy Commission or the director’s designated staff person, as a nonvoting member.
(2) A quorum consists of two-thirds of the members of the council, rounded up to the next odd number of members.
(3) The term of office for a member of the council is four years. Vacancies shall be appointed for the unexpired term.
(4)(a) To the extent permissible by law, a member of the council performing services for the council may receive compensation from the member’s employer for time spent performing services as a council member.
(b) If a member of the council is not compensated by the member’s employer as set forth in paragraph (a) of this subsection, that member shall be entitled to compensation and expenses as provided in ORS 292.495.
(5) Members of the council are subject to and must comply with the provisions of ORS chapter 244, including ORS 244.045 (4), 244.047, 244.120 and 244.130. [2021 c.2 §3; 2021 c.591 §3]
Note: See note under 430.383.