Idaho Code § 39-3511: Advisory council.

The department shall establish a state-level advisory council. This council may be the same body as that identified in section 39-3330, Idaho Code; otherwise, this council shall be a separate body formed pursuant to the provisions found in section 39-3330, Idaho Code. The advisory council shall have the following powers and duties:

(1) To make policy recommendations regarding certification and enforcement standards in certified family homes and the provision of services to residents;

(2) To provide advice to the department and to the board pertaining to development and revision of rules;

(3) To review and comment on any proposed rule or legislation pertaining to the certification of certified family homes; and

(4) To submit an annual report to the legislature stating opinions and recommendations that would further the state’s capability to address issues faced by certified family homes.