A.  The committee shall have the authority to employ professional, clerical, and other personnel, and incur such expenses as are necessary for carrying out its duties and responsibilities.  

B.  The legislative fiscal office and the legislative auditor shall assist the committee in the performance of its duties and functions.  

C.  The books and records of the committee shall be audited annually by the legislative auditor.  

Added by Acts 1976, No. 538, §3, eff. March 10, 1980.  Acts 1987, No. 431, §1, eff. July 9, 1987.