In this subtitle, “unit” means a unit of the State government or a political subdivision.

To the fullest extent consistent with its authority under a law that it administers, a unit shall carry out programs that the unit administers to further the policy of the State to provide people with an environment free from noise that: May jeopardize health, general welfare, and property; or Degrades the quality of life.

A unit shall comply with federal, State, and interstate requirements concerning the control of environmental noise if the unit: Has jurisdiction over any property or facility; or Engages in any activity that results, or may result, in the emission of noise.