The advisory committee shall advise and make recommendations to the division with regard to implementation of the Runaway and Homeless Youth Act and division regulations promulgated pursuant thereto, related legislation and policy initiatives and the integration and coordination of services provided by runaway and homeless youth programs.

Members of the advisory committee shall be appointed by the director of the division. Youth bureau directors, runaway and homeless youth service coordinators, individuals experienced in working with runaway and homeless youth, individuals with other relevant experience and knowledge, and ex officio members representing Federal and state agencies which impact runaway and homeless youth may be selected by the director of the division to serve on the advisory committee.