Maryland Environment Section 8-104

      (a)      The Secretary shall:

            (1)      Administer this title and the rules and regulations adopted under this title;

            (2)      Develop comprehensive policies and programs to evaluate, determine, and lessen hazards that are associated with the use of radiation;

            (3)      Advise, consult, and cooperate with:

                  (i)      Experts in the field of radiation control;

                  (ii)      Other agencies of this State;

                  (iii)      The federal government;

                  (iv)      Other states;

                  (v)      Interstate agencies;

                  (vi)      Affected groups;

                  (vii)      Affected political subdivisions; and

                  (viii)      Affected industries;

            (4)      Accept and administer, according to law, any available loans, grants, and other funds or gifts for carrying out the Secretary's powers and duties under this title;

            (5)      Collect and publish health education information about protection from radiation hazards;

            (6)      Review all radiation source plans and specifications that are submitted under the rules and regulations adopted under this title;

            (7)      Inspect, to determine any possible radiation hazard:

                  (i)      Sources of radiation;

                  (ii)      The shielding and immediate surroundings of radiation sources; and

                  (iii)      Any records that concern the operation of radiation sources; and

            (8)      Keep in confidence all information about commercial and industrial processes that is obtained in carrying out this title.

      (b)      The Secretary may:

            (1)      Authorize the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health to enforce and carry out the provisions of this title in Baltimore City; and

            (2)      Encourage, participate in, or conduct studies, investigations, training, research, or demonstrations that concern:

                  (i)      The control of radiation hazards;

                  (ii)      The measurement of radiation;

                  (iii)      The effects on health from exposure to radiation; or

                  (iv)      Any other related problems.