Section 50402 Of Chapter 1. Organization Of The Department And General Powers From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 31. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 1.
50402
. The provisions of Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11150)
of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code apply to
the department, and the director is the head of the department within
the meaning of such provisions. The director shall perform all
duties, exercise all powers, discharge all responsibility, and
administer and enforce all laws, rules, and regulations under the
jurisdiction of the department. The director shall keep all books and
records necessary for proper and efficient administration of the
department. In order to assist in the administration of the
department's loan and grant programs, the director may appoint
committees of department employees and public representatives, the
latter to serve without compensation except for reimbursement of
expenses pursuant to law.