§ 11. Functions, powers and duties of the executive director; office of cannabis management. The executive director, as authorized by and through this chapter, shall have the following functions, powers and duties as provided for in this chapter:

1. To exercise the powers and perform the duties in relation to the administration of the office of cannabis management as are not specifically vested by this chapter in, or delegated by, the cannabis control board.

2. To keep records in such form as they may prescribe of all registrations, licenses and permits issued and revoked within the state; such records shall be so kept as to provide ready information as to the identity of all licensees including the names of the officers and directors of corporate licensees and the location of all licensed premises. The executive director may contract to furnish copies of the records of licenses and permits of each class and type issued within the state or any political subdivision thereof, for any license or permit year or term of years not exceeding five years.

3. To inspect or provide for the inspection of any premises where medical cannabis, adult-use cannabis, hemp cannabis are manufactured or sold.

4. To prescribe forms of applications for licenses and permits under this chapter and of all reports deemed necessary by the board.

5. To inspect or provide for the inspection of any licensed or permitted premises where medical, adult-use or hemp is cultivated, processed, stored, distributed or sold.

6. To prescribe forms of applications for registrations, licenses and permits under this chapter and of all reports deemed necessary by the board.

7. To delegate the powers provided in this section to such other officers or employees as may be deemed appropriate by the executive director.

8. To exercise the powers and perform the duties as delegated by the board in relation to the administration of the office as are necessary, including but not limited to budgetary and fiscal matters.

9. To enter into contracts, memoranda of understanding, and agreements to effectuate the policy and purpose of this chapter.

10. To advise and assist the board in carrying out any of its functions, powers and duties.

11. To coordinate across state agencies and departments in order to research and study any changes in cannabis use and the impact that cannabis use and the regulated cannabis industry may have on access to cannabis products, public health, and public safety.

12. To issue guidance and industry advisories.