Maryland Statutes
Subtitle 6 - Ginseng Control
Section 9-603 - Authority of Secretary

The Secretary may:
        (1)    Conduct research to determine ginseng population trends, propagation techniques or ways of conserving ginseng;
        (2)    Promote the conservation and export of ginseng;
        (3)    Establish standards for the certification of ginseng intended for export;
        (4)    Establish guidelines and requirements for the conservation and harvesting of ginseng;
        (5)    Require that records be kept by any person who harvests or buys ginseng intended for sale; and
        (6)    Establish conditions under which a permit or registration may be suspended or revoked.