(a) For purposes of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, the Secretary is the State water pollution control agency in this State.
(b) The Secretary has all powers that are necessary to comply with and represent this State under the Federal Water Pollution Control Act.
(c) Another unit of the State government may not exercise any power given to the Secretary under this section.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Title 9 - Water, Ice, and Sanitary Facilities
Subtitle 2 - Regulation by State
Part IV - Miscellaneous Provisions
Section 9-252 - Miscellaneous Powers and Duties of Secretary
Section 9-253 - Secretary Designated as State Water Pollution Control Agency
Section 9-254 - Employment of Experts, Engineers, and Assistants
Section 9-255 - Tests of Water and Wastewater
Section 9-256 - Raising Funds on Order of Secretary
Section 9-257 - Water or Ice From Dangerous Source; Mandatory and Remedial Orders
Section 9-261 - Record Keeping; Right of Entry of Representative of Secretary; Injunctive Action
Section 9-262 - Revocation Of, Changes To, and Expiration of Permits Issued by Secretary