The division shall be the state agency to administer this article. The director shall be the official charged with the primary responsibility for the enforcement of this article. In exercising any authority or power granted by this article and in fulfilling his duties under this article, the director shall conform to and implement the policies outlined in this article.
History. Ga. L. 1979, p. 1127, § 2; Ga. L. 1992, p. 2234, § 5.
Structure Georgia Code
Title 12 - Conservation and Natural Resources
Part 1 - Hazardous Waste Management
§ 12-8-63. Administration of Article by Division; Enforcement of Article by Director
§ 12-8-64. Powers and Duties of Board as to Hazardous Waste
§ 12-8-65. Powers and Duties of Director as to Hazardous Waste
§ 12-8-65.2. Updating Plans and Reports; Technical Assistance; Information Available to Public
§ 12-8-65.4. Duplication of Prior Reporting Requirements Not Required
§ 12-8-67. Hazardous Waste in Transit to Be Accompanied by Manifest
§ 12-8-70. Inspections and Investigations
§ 12-8-71. Proceedings for Enforcement
§ 12-8-72. Application for Injunctive Relief
§ 12-8-73. Hearings on Contested Matters; Judicial Review
§ 12-8-74. Judgment in Accordance With Final Orders
§ 12-8-76. Legal Assistance by Attorney General
§ 12-8-77. Contracts to Provide Solid Waste Handling, Reclamation, or Recycling Services
§ 12-8-79. Effect of Other Laws on Permits Issued Under Article and Rules and Regulations
§ 12-8-81. Civil Penalties; Procedures for Imposing Penalties