§14–5A–07.

    (a)    In addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the Committee shall:

        (1)    Develop and recommend to the Board regulations to carry out the provisions of this subtitle;

        (2)    Develop and recommend to the Board a code of ethics for the practice of respiratory care for adoption by the Board;

        (3)    If requested, develop and recommend to the Board standards of care for the practice of respiratory care;

        (4)    Develop and recommend to the Board the requirements for licensure as a respiratory care practitioner;

        (5)    Evaluate the credentials of applicants as necessary and recommend licensure of applicants who fulfill the requirements for a license to practice respiratory care;

        (6)    Develop and recommend to the Board continuing education requirements for license renewal;

        (7)    Provide the Board with recommendations concerning the practice of respiratory care;

        (8)    Develop and recommend to the Board criteria related to the practice of respiratory care in the home setting;

        (9)    Keep a record of its proceedings; and

        (10)    Submit an annual report to the Board.

    (b)    The Board shall:

        (1)    Consider all recommendations of the Committee; and

        (2)    Provide to the Committee an annual report on the disciplinary matters involving licensees.