(a) The Commissioner shall promulgate rules and regulations consistent with NIBRS standards relating to the collection and submission of crime data. The rules and regulations must include, at a minimum, the following:
(1) procedures for the solicitation and acceptance of crime reports and data that are submitted to the Commissioner;
(2) procedures necessary to ensure effective data gathering and preservation and protection of confidential information, and disclosure of information in accordance with law;
(3) procedures for assessing the credibility and accuracy of reports of crime data from law enforcement agencies;
(4) procedures for procuring and maintaining computerized data systems capable of processing NIBRS information; and
(5) such other procedures for carrying out the purposes of this chapter as the Commissioner finds necessary.
(b) The Commissioner may hire such support staff as needed to effectuate the purpose of this chapter.