2009 Massachusetts Code
PART I ADMINISTRATION OF THE GOVERNMENT
TITLE II EXECUTIVE AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICERS OF THE COMMONWEALTH
CHAPTER 21 DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Section 37B Aquatic nuisance control program
Section 37B. The department shall establish and maintain an aquatic nuisance control program. The aquatic nuisance control program shall perform the following services: (a) receive and respond to aquatic nuisance complaints; (b) work with municipalities, local interest organizations, and agencies of the state to develop long range programs regarding aquatic nuisance controls; (c) work with federal, state and local governments to obtain funding for aquatic nuisance control programs; and (d) administer the grant program under sections thirty-seven C and thirty-seven D.
For the purposes of this aquatic nuisance control program, the term “aquatic nuisance” shall mean undesirable or excessive substances or populations that interfere with the recreational potential of a body of water. Aquatic nuisances shall include, but shall not be limited to, rooted aquatic vegetation and algae populations.
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