The elections commission shall be exempt from section [26-35(a)(1), (4), and (5)] and shall:

1. (1) Make direct communications with the governor and legislature;
2. (2) Make all decisions regarding employment, appointment, promotion, transfer, demotion, discharge, and job descriptions of all officers and employees of or under the jurisdiction of the elections commission without the approval of the comptroller; and

3. (3) Purchase all supplies, equipment, or furniture without the approval of the comptroller.

   The elections commission shall follow all applicable personnel laws.

[L 2004, c 57, pt of §6]