(a) The commissioners court of each county may create a local data advisory board to:
(1) analyze the structure of local automated and manual data systems to identify redundant data entry and data storage;
(2) develop recommendations for the commissioners to improve the local data systems;
(3) develop recommendations, when appropriate, for the effective electronic transfer of required data from local agencies to state agencies; and
(4) perform any related duties to be determined by the commissioners court.
(b) Local officials responsible for collecting, storing, reporting, and using data may be appointed to a local data advisory board.
(c) The council and the Department of Public Safety shall, to the extent that resources allow, provide technical assistance and advice on the request of a local data advisory board.