(a)  The consumer protection unit of the department of attorney general shall appoint a state advisory committee for the Flammable Fabrics Act, composed of not less than nine (9) members who are fairly representative of manufacturers, distributors, and the consuming public. Each member appointed by the consumer protection unit of the department of attorney general shall hold office for not more than two (2) years, except that any member may be reappointed.

(b)  No compensation shall be given to the members of the advisory committee for their services.

(c)  The consumer protection unit of the department of attorney general shall consult with the advisory committee before prescribing flammability standards or other regulations established under this chapter.