Section 8-309 - Local advisory councils(a) The Secretary shall appoint local advisory councils.(b) Each local advisory council shall consist of:(1) an equal number of members who represent employees and who represent employers; and(2) the number of members who represent the general public that the Secretary sets.(c) Each member of a local advisory council who represents employees or who represents employers shall be regarded as a representative of employees or employers because of affiliation, employment, or vocation.(d) A member of a local advisory council:(1) may not receive compensation; but(2) is entitled to reimbursement for necessary expenses.(e) The local advisory councils shall help the Secretary to:(1) develop policies and discuss problems related to the administration of this title; and(2) ensure impartiality and freedom from political influence in the solution of those problems.