(1) Upon the expiration of the term of a commissioner, a successor shall be appointed by the Governor, subject to confirmation as provided by ORS § 171.562 and 171.565. Except as provided in ORS § 777.927 and 777.930, appointees, when confirmed, shall hold office for a term of four years and until their respective successors have been appointed, confirmed and qualified.

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(2) If a vacancy occurs by death, resignation or disqualification of a commissioner, the vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the Governor for the unexpired term subject to confirmation as provided by subsection (1) of this section. [1987 c.565 § 6]