Sec. 116.006. MEETINGS

(a) The council shall meet in person three times each year and may hold meetings by conference call as necessary. The council shall invite stakeholders to participate in at least two council meetings each year and provide an opportunity for submission of oral or written testimony. The council at a minimum shall invite:

(1) one individual with expertise in early childhood nutrition and physical activity, such as a registered dietician, physical therapist, or physical education specialist;

(2) one staff member or manager of a child-care facility;

(3) one staff member or manager of a child-care facility operated in a private residence;

(4) two individuals with medical experience in early childhood health, such as a family practice physician, registered nurse, nurse practitioner, pediatrician, or child health consultant;

(5) one representative from a nonprofit organization that provides family or wellness services; and

(6) one representative from an agency or organization with expertise in community health education and outreach, such as a local health department, public relations or marketing firm, or university.

(b) Section 551.125, Government Code, applies to a meeting held by conference call under this section, except that Section 551.125(b), Government Code, does not apply.

Added by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 733 , Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2009. Redesignated from Health and Safety Code, Section 115.006 by Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 91 , Sec. 27.001(25), eff. September 1, 2011.