Kentucky Revised Statutes Title XVIII. Public Health § 216.2923.Health data collection powers and duties; analysis of health-care and insurance experience; administrative regulations

(a) Appoint temporary volunteer advisory committees, which may include individuals and representatives of interested public or private entities or organizations;

(b) Apply for and accept any funds, property, or services from any person or government agency;

(c) Make agreements with a grantor of funds or services, including an agreement to make any study allowed or required under KRS 216.2920 to 216.2929; and

(d) Contract with a qualified, independent third party for any service necessary to carry out the provisions of KRS 216.2920 to 216.2929; however, unless permission is granted specifically by the secretary a third party hired by the secretary shall not release, publish, or otherwise use any information to which the third party has access under its contract.

(a) Periodically participate in or conduct analyses and studies that relate to:

(b) Promulgate administrative regulations pursuant to KRS Chapter 13A that relate to its meetings, minutes, and transactions related to KRS 216.2920 to 216.2929; and

(c) Prepare annually a budget proposal that includes the estimated income and proposed expenditures for the administration and operation of KRS 216.2920 to 216.2929.