KRS 304.2-070: Independent technical, professional services.

(1) The commissioner may from time to time contract for and procure, on a fee or

independent contract basis, such additional actuarial, examination, rating, and other

technical and professional services as he or she may require for the discharge of his

or her duties, subject to any other applicable laws of this state.

(2) None of the individuals rendering such services shall be in the classified services of

the state.