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title: O.C.G.A. § 43-22A-5. Duties of advisory group.
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# O.C.G.A. § 43-22A-5. Duties of advisory group.

(a) The advisory group shall meet at least once per year or as otherwise called by the Secretary.

(b) The Secretary shall consult with the advisory group prior to setting or changing fees as provided for in this chapter.

(c) The advisory group may facilitate the development of materials that the Secretary may utilize to educate the public concerning lactation consultant licensure, the benefits of lactation care and services, and utilization of lactation care and services by individuals and in facilities or institutional settings.

(d) The advisory group may act as a facilitator of state-wide dissemination of information between lactation consultants, the International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners or its successor organization, and the Secretary.

(e) The advisory group shall provide analysis of disciplinary actions taken, appeals and denials, and revocation of licenses at least once per year.

(f) The Secretary shall seek the advice of the advisory group for issues related to lactation care and services.

## History

Code 1981, § 43-22A-5, enacted by Ga. L. 2016, p. 357, § 1/HB 649.