In this division, the term “State historic preservation review board” means a board, council, commission, or other similar collegial body established as provided in section 302301(2) of this title—
(1) the members of which are appointed by the State Historic Preservation Officer (unless otherwise provided for by State law);
(2) a majority of the members of which are professionals qualified in history, prehistoric and historic archeology, architectural history, architecture, folklore, cultural anthropology, curation, conservation, landscape architecture, and related disciplines; and
that has the authority to—
(A) review National Register nominations and appeals from nominations;
(B) review appropriate documentation submitted in conjunction with the Historic Preservation Fund;
(C) provide general advice and guidance to the State Historic Preservation Officer; and
(D) perform such other duties as may be appropriate.
(Pub. L. 113–287, § 3, Dec. 19, 2014, 128 Stat. 3190.)