The Governor shall appoint the Maine State Museum Commission, as established by Title 5, section 12004-G, subsection 7-C, consisting of 15 members especially qualified and interested in the several fields of museum activity. Members are limited to 2 consecutive 5-year terms that expire on August 22nd. Each member serves for the term of the appointment and until a successor is appointed and qualified. The commission shall elect a chair and vice-chair from its members. If a vacancy occurs before the member’s term expires, the Governor shall appoint a successor for the unexpired term. Members are entitled to compensation in accordance with the provisions of Title 5, chapter 379. [PL 2007, c. 100, §1 (AMD).]