Ind. Code ch. 13-13-2

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Ind. Code § 13-13-2-1 Appointment; term; compensation; delegation of authority

Sec. 1. (a) The governor shall appoint an individual with appropriate training and experience as commissioner of the department. The commissioner: (1) is the executive and chief administrative officer of the department; and (2) may delegate authority to appropriate department staff. (b) The commissioner: (1) serves at the governor's pleasure; and (2) is entitled to receive compensation in an amount set by the governor, subject to approval by the budget agency. [Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-2-12(a), (b) part.] As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.

Ind. Code § 13-13-2-2 Appointments to other positions

Sec. 2. The commissioner may appoint individuals to other positions in the department. [Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-2-12(b) part.] As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.135-2026, SEC.50.

Ind. Code § 13-13-2-3 Ad hoc group

Sec. 3. The commissioner may establish an ad hoc group to study and make recommendations regarding critical environmental issues. The ad hoc group may include the following: (1) University representatives. (2) Scientific research organizations. (3) Public policy and research advisory organizations. (4) Individuals from the private sector with experience in related disciplines. (5) Small business and agriculture representatives. [Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-2-12(c), (d).] As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.135-2026, SEC.51.

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