(1) The Justice and Public Safety Cabinet, in addition to the departments, divisions, offices, and branches set forth in KRS 15A.020, shall consist of the following organizational units:
(a) Kentucky State Corrections Commission, supported by the Department of Corrections;
(b) Criminal Justice Council, supported by the Office of Legislative and Intergovernmental Services; and (c) Kentucky Parole Board, supported by the cabinet.
(2) Except for the Kentucky Parole Board, which shall be attached to the cabinet for administrative and support services only, each agency specified in this section shall:
(a) Perform its duties as specified by law;
(b) Except as otherwise provided by law, be under the general direction and control of the secretary;
(c) Perform such other duties as may be assigned to the secretary; and (d) Report to the secretary. Effective:June 29, 2017