P.R. Laws tit. 1, § 157
In order to conduct its functions, the Commission shall establish and organize an office adequate to its needs, which is attached but not part of the Legislature, and may use its administrative services only if necessary in order to expedite its work. It shall also designate an Executive Director who shall be responsible for organizing and directing the tasks assigned to the office, and with the prior approval of the Commission, shall appoint the office personnel, which shall not be subject to the provisions of the personnel laws of the Government of Puerto Rico and its regulations. Likewise, the Director may contract the services of experts and advisors. The Director shall administer the budget and be accountable for his actions before the Commission, through its chairperson.
History —June 28, 1965, No. 102, p. 267, § 7; Sept. 23, 2004, No. 474, § 1.