Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 1 - Definitions; General Provisions
Section 8-104 - Miscellaneous Duties and Powers of Secretary

(a)    The Secretary shall:
        (1)    Administer this title and the rules and regulations adopted under this title;
        (2)    Develop comprehensive policies and programs to evaluate, determine, and lessen hazards that are associated with the use of radiation;
        (3)    Advise, consult, and cooperate with:
            (i)    Experts in the field of radiation control;
            (ii)    Other agencies of this State;
            (iii)    The federal government;
            (iv)    Other states;
            (v)    Interstate agencies;
            (vi)    Affected groups;
            (vii)    Affected political subdivisions; and
            (viii)    Affected industries;
        (4)    Accept and administer, according to law, any available loans, grants, and other funds or gifts for carrying out the Secretary’s powers and duties under this title;
        (5)    Collect and publish health education information about protection from radiation hazards;
        (6)    Review all radiation source plans and specifications that are submitted under the rules and regulations adopted under this title;
        (7)    Inspect, to determine any possible radiation hazard:
            (i)    Sources of radiation;
            (ii)    The shielding and immediate surroundings of radiation sources; and
            (iii)    Any records that concern the operation of radiation sources; and
        (8)    Keep in confidence all information about commercial and industrial processes that is obtained in carrying out this title.
    (b)    The Secretary may:
        (1)    Authorize the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health to enforce and carry out the provisions of this title in Baltimore City; and
        (2)    Encourage, participate in, or conduct studies, investigations, training, research, or demonstrations that concern:
            (i)    The control of radiation hazards;
            (ii)    The measurement of radiation;
            (iii)    The effects on health from exposure to radiation; or
            (iv)    Any other related problems.