Sec. 1. The department may do the following:
(1) Investigate, compile, and disseminate information and make recommendations concerning the natural resources of Indiana and their conservation, including the following:
(A) The drainage and reclamation of land.
(B) Flood prevention.
(C) Development of water power.
(D) Culture and preservation of forests, fish, and game.
(E) The preservation of soils.
(F) The prevention of the waste of mineral resources.
(G) The prevention and methods of control of plant diseases, infections, and pests.
(H) The prevention and methods of control of bee diseases, the increased production of honey, and the use of bee appliances.
(I) Other questions or subjects that are contained in this title.
(2) Cooperate with the appropriate departments of the federal government in conducting topographical and other surveys, experiments, or work of joint interest to the state and the federal government.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 14-3-1-3.]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.4.
Structure Indiana Code
Title 14. Natural and Cultural Resources
Article 11. Powers and Duties of Department
Chapter 1. General Powers and Duties
14-11-1-1. General Powers of Department
14-11-1-2. Cooperation With Public or Private Entities or Individuals
14-11-1-3. Powers Regarding Oaths and Subpoenas
14-11-1-4. Preparation and Dissemination of Literature and Information
14-11-1-5. Delegation of Management and Operation of Property
14-11-1-7. Payment by Credit Card
14-11-1-8. Limitation; Sale or Lease of Water Rights; Charlestown Water Wells
14-11-1-9. Flood Control Permit Process; Coordination With Other State Agencies