(a) (1) Subject to paragraph (2) of this subsection, there may be a multidisciplinary and multiagency maternal mortality review team in each county.

(2) (i) Two or more counties may agree to establish a single multicounty local team.

(ii) A multicounty local team shall execute a memorandum of understanding on membership, staffing, and operation.

(b) If a local team is established in a county, the local team:

(1) Shall be convened by the local health officer; and

(2) May include representatives from other local agencies and local organizations, licensed health care providers with expertise in maternal child health, and other individuals necessary to the work of the local team, recommended by the local team, and designated by the local health officer.

(c) From among its members, each local team shall elect a chair by majority vote.