The Commission shall:
(1) assess the challenges facing LGBTQIA+ communities;
(2) collect data across State agencies on:
(i) the implementation of policies that are inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities; and
(ii) complaints alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity;
(3) study and establish best practices for inclusion of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities;
(4) inform the Executive and Legislative branches of State government of issues concerning LGBTQIA+ persons;
(5) offer testimony on issues concerning LGBTQIA+ persons before legislative and administrative bodies;
(6) act as a clearinghouse for activities to avoid duplication of efforts;
(7) create surveys and appoint advisory committees in the fields of:
(i) education;
(ii) social sciences;
(iii) labor and employment laws and policies;
(iv) law enforcement;
(v) health and safety;
(vi) new and expanded services;
(vii) legal rights;
(viii) family relations;
(ix) human relations; and
(x) volunteer services; and
(8) publish, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, an annual report, and any other material the Commission considers necessary, that includes recommendations on policies for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth that work to end discriminatory practices in the State.