The Commission shall: assess the challenges facing LGBTQIA+ communities; collect data across State agencies on: the implementation of policies that are inclusive of LGBTQIA+ identities; and complaints alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity; study and establish best practices for inclusion of LGBTQIA+ individuals and communities; inform the Executive and Legislative branches of State government of issues concerning LGBTQIA+ persons; offer testimony on issues concerning LGBTQIA+ persons before legislative and administrative bodies; act as a clearinghouse for activities to avoid duplication of efforts; create surveys and appoint advisory committees in the fields of: education; social sciences; labor and employment laws and policies; law enforcement; health and safety; new and expanded services; legal rights; family relations; human relations; and volunteer services; and publish, in accordance with § 2–1257 of this article, an annual report, and any other material the Commission considers necessary, that includes recommendations on policies for LGBTQIA+ adults and youth that work to end discriminatory practices in the State.