(a) The Secretary is responsible for conservation and management of wildlife and wildlife resources of the State.
(b) The Secretary shall provide for a statewide system of assistance to local political subdivisions regarding the disposition of wild animals. Assistance may include field services, training, or payment to local political subdivisions for wildlife control in accordance with procedures and plans agreed to between the Department and the local political subdivisions.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 2 - Organization and Authority of Unit Pertaining to Wildlife -- in General
Section 10-202 - Responsibilities of Secretary Generally
Section 10-202.1 - Nutria Management Plan
Section 10-204 - Department Advisory Commissions
Section 10-206 - When Department May Reduce Wildlife in Identifiable Areas
Section 10-207 - Payment of Bounties
Section 10-208 - Assent to Public Law 415, 75th Congress
Section 10-209 - State Wildlife Management and Protection Fund
Section 10-210 - Wild Waterfowl Sampling Methods
Section 10-211 - Population Control of Mute Swan
Section 10-212 - Hunting Heritage Protection
Section 10-213 - Venison Donation Grant Program -- Purpose -- Applying for Grants