CHAPTER 2. COMMISSIONER OF DEPARTMENT

IC 13-13-2
    Chapter 2. Commissioner of Department

IC 13-13-2-1
Appointment; term; compensation; delegation of authority
    Sec. 1. (a) The governor shall appoint an individual withappropriate training and experience as commissioner of thedepartment. The commissioner:
        (1) is the executive and chief administrative officer of thedepartment; 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 thegovernor, subject to approval by the budget agency.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.

IC 13-13-2-2
Appointments to other positions
    Sec. 2. The commissioner shall appoint individuals to the otherpositions in the department.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.

IC 13-13-2-3
Ad hoc group
    Sec. 3. The commissioner may establish an ad hoc group to studyand 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 inrelated disciplines.
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.3.