1. (a)

   1. (1) The Department shall establish advisory councils, boards, and committees as the Governor and the Secretary determine.

   2. (2) The Governor and the Secretary shall determine:

      1. (i) the size of the advisory bodies;
      2. (ii) the qualifications, method of appointment, terms, and compensation of members;
      3. (iii) the manner of removal of members; and
      4. (iv) the method of filling vacancies.
2. (b) The advisory units shall advise and assist the Secretary on policies, programs, and activities of the Department.

Added by Acts 2005, c. 26, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2005.