If there are not enough board members for a quorum, who can appoint temporary members?

The correct answer indicates that the governor has the authority to appoint temporary members when there is a lack of sufficient board members to meet quorum requirements. In many states, including New Mexico, the governor usually has the responsibility of ensuring that boards have the necessary members to operate effectively, especially for regulatory and licensing boards related to professions like veterinary medicine. This ensures continuity in governance and the ability for the board to carry out its essential functions without unnecessary delays.

The reasoning for the other options is that while the board president, chief veterinarian, or attorney general may have respective roles within their organizations or in the regulatory framework, they typically do not possess the same level of authority to appoint temporary members to boards as the governor does. This maintains a clear hierarchy and accountability in the appointment process at the state level.