(a) The secretary will propose rules for legislative approval in accordance with the provisions of §29A-3-1 et seq. of this code to carry out the purposes and intent of this article and to enable the secretary to exercise the powers and perform the duties conferred upon the secretary by this article.
(b) The secretary will propose rules establishing minimum standards of operation of assisted living residences, including, but not limited to, the following:
(1) Administrative policies, including: