# Environment (GEN)

## Title 8. Radiation

### Subtitle 1. Definitions; General Provisions

#### Section 8-105

(a) Whenever the Secretary finds that an emergency exists, the Secretary may issue an order:

  (1) Stating that the emergency exists; and

  (2) Requiring any action that the Secretary finds necessary to meet the emergency.

(b) Every order issued under this section is effective immediately.

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