Maine § 362. - Authority to accept federal funds
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 362. — Authority to accept federal funds, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 362.. Authority to accept federal funds
The department is designated the public agency of the State for the purpose of accepting federal funds in relation to water pollution control, water resources and air pollution studies and control. The commissioner may, subject to the approval of the Governor, accept federal funds available for water pollution control, water resources and air pollution studies and control and meet such requirements with respect to the administration of the funds, not inconsistent with this subchapter, as are required as conditions precedent to receiving federal funds. The Treasurer of State shall be the appropriate fiscal officer of the State to receive federal grants on account of water pollution control, water resources and air pollution studies and control, and the State Controller shall authorize expenditures therefrom as approved by the commissioner. [PL 1983, c. 483, §6 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 362.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 362. cover?
Section 362. ("Authority to accept federal funds") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 362.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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