4.__Search and rescue. The coordination and implementation of all search and rescue operations as specified under section 10105, subsection 4;

5.__Safety. Assistance with programs for hunter safety and for the safe operation of snowmobiles, watercraft and all-terrain vehicles;

6.__Data collection. The collection of data as needed for the management and protection of the inland fisheries and wildlife resources; and

7.__Other. Such areas as specified in state law.

§10055.__Division of Planning

The Division of Planning is established within the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and is responsible for developing both short-term and long-term plans for the preservation, protection, enhancement and use of inland fisheries and wildlife resources. The division shall undertake activities as directed.

§10056.__Division of Public Information and Education

The Division of Public Information and Education is established within the Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife and is responsible for the administration of programs to increase the public's knowledge and understanding of the inland fisheries and wildlife resources and the management of these resources, including the administration of education programs for hunter safety and for the safe operation of snowmobiles, watercraft and all-terrain vehicles. The division's responsibilities include public education, promotion of the inland fisheries and wildlife resources and the dissemination of information.

SUBCHAPTER 2

COMMISSIONER; POWERS AND DUTIES

§10101.__Appointment

The commissioner is appointed by the Governor, subject to review by the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over fisheries and wildlife matters and to