American Samoa § 16.0102 - American Samoa Education Council.
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§ 16.0102. American Samoa Education Council.
There is established the American Samoa Education Council composed of the members of the Education Commission of the states representing this Territory, and 3 other persons appointed by the Governor for terms of 3 years. Such other persons shall be selected so as to be broadly representative of professional and lay interest within this state having the responsibilities for, knowledge with respect to, and interest in educational matters. The Chairman shall be designated by the Governor from among its members. The Council shall meet on the call of its Chairman or at the request of a majority of its members, but in any event the Council shall meet not less than 3 times in each year. The Council may consider any and all matters relating to recommendations of the Education Commission of the States and the activities of the members in representing this Territory.
Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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