# Environment (GEN)

## Title 8. Radiation

### Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions

#### Section 8-104

(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.

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Md. Code Ann., Envir. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)