Amend HB 2497 (senate committee report) by amending Sec. 451.002 by deleting 451.002 (b) (page 1, lines 45-49) and replacing with a new 451.002 (b):

(b) The 1836 Project is composed of nine members reflective of the diversity of the state. The governor, lieutenant governor, and speaker of the house of representatives shall each appoint three members. The appointees may include persons in the private sector with relevant experience or subject matter expertise.