The Secretary may designate attorneys from other agencies, in coordination with the head of the agency, when he/she deems it to be necessary, to represent the Commonwealth in an action or proceeding, or an official or employee to assist him/her in the discharge of any other responsibility pursuant to the norms and conditions he/she may establish through regulations for these purposes. The attorney, official or employee thus designated shall carry out the task commissioned under the supervision of the corresponding official of the Department and shall be subject to the regulations and norms of conduct applicable to the attorneys of the Department. However, he/she shall maintain his/her status, condition, and vested rights as an official or employee of the agency for which he/she works. History —Aug. 9, 2004, No. 205, § 24.
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