(a) The task force is composed of:
(1) the health department directors appointed under § 121.033 from:
(A) each county in the border region; and
(B) each municipality in the border region that has a sister city in Mexico;
(2) two ex officio nonvoting members who are members of the legislature:
(A) one of whom is appointed by the lieutenant governor; and
(B) one of whom is appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives; and
(3) additional members appointed by the commissioner.
(b) The commissioner shall designate a chair and vice chair of the task force from among the task force members.

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Terms Used In Texas Health and Safety Code 120.053

  • Ex officio: Literally, by virtue of one's office.

(c) The members appointed by the lieutenant governor and the speaker of the house of representatives serve three-year terms.