(a) (1) The Department shall establish advisory councils, boards, and committees as the Governor and the Secretary determine.
(2) The Governor and the Secretary shall determine:
(i) the size of the advisory bodies;
(ii) the qualifications, method of appointment, terms, and compensation of members;
(iii) the manner of removal of members; and
(iv) the method of filling vacancies.
(b) The advisory units shall advise and assist the Secretary on policies, programs, and activities of the Department.