An Act relative to the membership of the forensic science oversight board

This bill proposes to increase the number of members on Massachusetts' Forensic Science Oversight Board from 13 to 15. The new members would be appointed by the governor, with two specific seats reserved for nominees from the Massachusetts Organization of State Engineers and Scientists and the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association. By adding these representatives, the legislation aims to broaden the board's composition to include perspectives from engineering and law enforcement leadership. The change directly affects the structure and appointment process of the oversight board, ensuring greater representation from these professional groups.