(1) A department division or board:
(a) may not establish permanent, ongoing advisory groups unless otherwise specifically created in federal or state statute; and
(b) shall comply with the provisions of this section.
(2)
(a) A division or board may establish subject-limited and time-limited ad hoc advisory groups to provide input necessary to carry out the division's or board's assigned responsibilities.
(b) When establishing such an advisory group, the board shall establish in writing a specific charge and time limit.
(3) The department shall consolidate an advisory group or committee with another committee or advisory group as appropriate to create greater efficiencies and budgetary savings for the department.
(4) A member of any ad hoc advisory group shall receive no compensation or benefits for their service.
(5) The provision of staffing and support to any ad hoc advisory group is contingent on availability of human and financial resources.