Delaware Code
Chapter 74. RADIATION CONTROL
§ 7401. Declaration of policy.

It is the policy of this State in furtherance of its responsibilities to protect the public health and safety to:

(1) Institute and maintain a regulatory program for sources of ionizing radiation so as to provide for:

a. Compatibility with the standards and regulatory programs of the federal government;
b. A single, effective system of regulation within the State; and
c. A system consonant insofar as possible with those of other states;
(2) Institute and maintain a program to permit development and utilization of sources of ionizing radiation for peaceful purposes consistent with the health and safety of the public; and
(3) Encourage the constructive uses of radiation, and to prohibit and prevent exposure to ionizing radiation in amounts which are or may be detrimental to health.

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