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§ 8-102. Legislative findings and public policy

West's Annotated Code of MarylandEnvironment

West's Annotated Code of Maryland
Environment
Title 8. Radiation
Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions
MD Code, Environment, § 8-102
§ 8-102. Legislative findings and public policy
Currentness
Legislative findings
(a) The General Assembly finds that radiation:
(1) If used properly, can help to improve the health, welfare, and productivity of the public;
(2) If used carelessly or excessively, may destroy life or health; and
(3) If used improperly, may impair the industrial and agricultural potential of this State.
Policy
(b) It is the policy of this State:
(1) To encourage the constructive uses of radiation; and
(2) To control radiation.

Credits

Added by Acts 1982, c. 240, § 2.
Formerly Art. 43, § 675.
MD Code, Environment, § 8-102, MD ENVIR § 8-102
Current through legislation effective through April 9, 2023, from the 2024 Regular Session of the General Assembly. Some statute sections may be more current, see credits for details.
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