Sec. 14. The department shall do the following:
(1) Develop and maintain an information clearinghouse on the following subjects:
(A) Source separation.
(B) Recycling.
(C) Composting.
(D) Solid waste minimization.
(E) Solid waste reduction.
(F) Hazardous waste minimization.
(G) Hazardous waste reduction.
(2) Assist in the development and implementation of public education programs on:
(A) source separation;
(B) recycling;
(C) composting;
(D) solid waste reduction;
(E) solid waste minimization;
(F) hazardous waste minimization;
(G) hazardous waste reduction; and
(H) other alternatives to final disposal in landfills.
(3) Take action in any other matter involving:
(A) solid waste minimization;
(B) solid waste reduction;
(C) hazardous waste minimization; or
(D) hazardous waste reduction;
as directed by the commissioner.
[Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-7-3-17.]
As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.4.
Structure Indiana Code
Article 14. Powers and Duties of Department of Environmental Management and Boards
Chapter 1. Duties of Department
13-14-1-2. Program of Continuing Surveillance and Inspection
13-14-1-3. Assurance of Accomplishment of Programs Established
13-14-1-4. Compliance With Standards and Rules
13-14-1-5. Public Awareness and Participation
13-14-1-6. Solid Waste Recycling and Source Reduction; Educational Programs
13-14-1-7. Proposed Budget; Preparation
13-14-1-8. Financing Structure; Proposal
13-14-1-9. Permits, Licenses, Orders, and Variances; Issuance
13-14-1-10. Programs and Facilities; Assistance to Local Units
13-14-1-11. Operating Policies
13-14-1-12. Enforcement of Rules
13-14-1-13. Monitoring and Reporting Requirements
13-14-1-14. Information Clearinghouses; Public Education Programs; Other Actions
13-14-1-16. Board Abolished; Transfer of Powers
13-14-1-17. Annual Report; Contents
13-14-1-18. Flood Control Permit Process; Coordination With Other State Agencies