(1) The Heat Pump Deployment Advisory Council is established.

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(2) The council consists of representatives from eligible entities administering grant funds under the Heat Pump Deployment Program established under ORS § 469B.460.

(3) The council shall study and identify:

(a) Best practices for administering grant funds and providing financial assistance;

(b) Barriers to administering grant funds and providing financial assistance; and

(c) Opportunities for providing technical assistance.

(4) A majority of the members of the council constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

(5) Official action by the council requires the approval of a majority of the members of the council.

(6) The council shall elect one of its members to serve as chairperson.

(7) The council shall meet at times and places specified by the call of the chairperson or of a majority of the members of the council. The council may meet by telephone or video conference.

(8) The council may adopt rules necessary for the operation of the council.

(9) Members of the council are entitled to compensation and expenses as provided in ORS § 292.495 from moneys in the Heat Pump Deployment Fund established under ORS § 469B.466.

(10) The State Department of Energy shall provide staff support to the council. [2022 c.86 § 15]