(a) From time to time, the Secretary of the Department of Human Services or the Governor may establish various advisory committees to assist the secretary and the various divisions, offices, sections, or units within Department of Human Services in reviewing and offering advice on any of the programs, services, and duties of the department which the secretary or the Governor may deem appropriate for the proper and efficient operation of the department and its respective programs, services, and duties.
(b) The advisory committees shall exist for the duration determined by the secretary or the Governor.
(c) The members of the advisory committees shall be reimbursed for actual and necessary meals, lodging, and mileage for travel in accordance with the procedures and standards provided by law or rule for official travel by state employees in the performance of their duties. Payment shall be made from funds appropriated to the department.