(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.