PART II.  ADMINISTRATION, POWERS AND DUTIES

     [§159-6]  Administration.  The department shall administer this chapter subject to the supervision of the board.  The board may delegate any of its powers except the power to make rules and regulations or may direct any of its duties to be performed by any appropriate agents, officers, or employees of the board.

     The board may employ on a full or part-time basis veterinarians and inspectors, subject to chapter 76, as are necessary to carry out a uniform inspection system of meat or meat products in the State.  All inspectors shall be under the supervision and control of a veterinarian employed by the board. [L 1969, c 214, pt of §1]