The Division of Administrative Services centralizes the budgeting, payroll, information technology, education services, communication and economic development functions for the entirety of the Nevada Department of Agriculture. The division also manages the Nevada Board of Agriculture, whose responsibilities include communicating policy to the Director and representing Nevada's agriculture industry. The Division of Administrative Services ensures that department programs, activities, and control functions are compliant with NRS and applicable federal laws. The powers and duties for the Division of Administrative Services are established under NRS chapter 561.