2005 Maine Code - §901 — Purpose--Article I

    The purpose of this compact is to provide mutual aid among the states in meeting any emergency or disaster arising from natural or man-made causes, including enemy invasion, sabotage, subversive acts and direct attack by bombs, shellfire and atomic, radiological, chemical or bacteriological means and other weapons. The prompt, full and effective utilization of the resources of this and other states, including such resources as may be available from the United States Government or any other source, are essential to the safety, care and welfare of the people in the event of enemy action or other emergency or disaster. These and other resources, including personnel, equipment or supplies, shall be incorporated into a plan or plans of mutual aid to be developed among the agencies responsible for civil emergency preparedness in the states that are parties to this compact. The directors of civil emergency preparedness agencies of all party states shall constitute a committee to formulate plans and take all necessary steps for the implementation of this compact. [1983, c. 460, § 3 (new).]