Utah Code § 9-9-104: Duties and powers.

(1) The division shall:

(a) have all of the functions, powers, duties, rights, and responsibilities granted to it by this chapter;

(b) staff those committees or boards as specified in this chapter; and

(c) in accordance with policies set by state government, coordinate relations between:

(i) the state;

(ii) tribal governments;

(iii) other Indian groups; and

(iv) federal agencies.

(2) The division may:

(a) contract with public and private entities to provide services or facilities;

(b) acquire and hold funds or other property for the administration of the programs outlined in this chapter;

(c) make rules in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, that are necessary to carry out the duties of the division;

(d) accept gifts, grants, devises, and property, in cash or in kind, for the benefit of Indians; and

(e) apply or dispose of those gifts, grants, devises, and property received under Subsection (2)(d) for the use and benefit of Indians within the state.