§ 9-404

Maryland § 9-404

• Jurisdiction: Maryland
• Article gen: Environment
• Title: 9

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To carry out the provisions of this subtitle and in addition to the powers set forth elsewhere in this subtitle, the Secretary may:

(1) Perform any act necessary to carry out the provisions of this subtitle that relate to adopting or enforcing State primary drinking water regulations;

(2) Administer the provisions of this subtitle and all rules, regulations, and orders adopted, issued, or effective under this subtitle;

(3) Enter into agreements, contracts, or cooperative arrangements, under appropriate terms and conditions, with any person or governmental entity;

(4) Receive financial and technical assistance from the federal government or other public or private agencies;

(5) Participate in related programs of the federal government, other states, interstate agencies, or other public or private agencies or organizations;

(6) Establish adequate fiscal controls and accounting procedures to assure proper disbursement of and accounting for funds appropriated or otherwise provided for the purpose of carrying out provisions of this subtitle;

(7) Delegate any responsibilities and duties the Secretary considers appropriate for administering the requirements of this subtitle;

(8) Set and collect fees for conducting necessary inspections and laboratory analyses; and

(9) Adopt rules and regulations that are necessary or appropriate to carry out the Secretary’s functions under this subtitle.