Maryland Environment Section 9-404

      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.