1. (a) To carry out the Program, the Commissioner may employ a staff in accordance with the State budget.

2. (b) The Commissioner may designate a member of the staff of the Program to represent the interests of consumers in any Administration proceeding that is open to the public, including:

   1. (1) an informational hearing; and
   2. (2) a hearing or review of insurance rates or forms.

Added by Acts 1995, c. 36, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1997. Amended by Acts 1999, c. 120, § 1, eff. Oct. 1, 1999.

Formerly Art. 48A, § 654.