§451A-5  Powers and duties of the director.  In addition to any other powers and duties authorized by law, the powers and duties of the director are to:

     (1)  Adopt rules in accordance with chapter 91 to carry out the purposes of this chapter;

     (2)  Develop standards for licensure;

     (3)  Prepare and administer examinations;

     (4)  Issue, renew, suspend, and revoke licenses;

     (5)  Investigate and conduct hearings regarding any violation of this chapter and any rules adopted by the director;

     (6)  Do all things necessary to carry out the functions, powers, and duties set forth in the chapter, which may include establishment of an advisory committee; and

     (7)  Monitor medical authorizations and waiver records. [L 1969, c 205, pt of §1; am L 1985, c 15, §3; am L 1992, c 202, §93; am L 1997, c 88, §4]