It is the duty of the board of commissioners to:

(1) Examine the subjects upon which uniformity of legislation in the various states and territories of the union is desirable, but which are outside the jurisdiction of the congress of the United States;
(2) Confer upon these matters with the commissioners appointed by other states and territories for the same purpose;
(3) Consider and draft uniform laws to be submitted for approval and adoption by the several states; and
(4) Generally advise and recommend such other or further course of action as shall accomplish the purposes of this chapter.