To carry out the provisions and purposes of ORS § 243.954 to 243.974, the Public Safety Memorial Fund Board may:

(1) Request from law enforcement officials and from any other agency of the state or any local governmental unit such assistance and information as will enable the board to carry out its functions and duties.

(2) Request the assistance of the State Treasurer.

(3) Accept gifts, grants and donations from public and private sources. Such gifts, grants and donations shall be deposited by the board in the Public Safety Memorial Fund.

(4) Adopt rules pursuant to ORS Chapter 183.

(5) Determine all claims for awards filed with the board under ORS § 243.958 and 243.959.

(6) Report biennially to the Governor and the Legislative Assembly on its activities, pursuant to ORS § 192.245. [1999 c.981 § 13; 2003 c.295 § 7]

See note under 243.950.