Maine § 1315-A. - Authority of the department
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1315-A. — Authority of the department, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1315-A.. Authority of the department
The commissioner may take any action that is in accordance with the purposes of this chapter and is within the powers granted in this Title to protect the public from lead poisoning. That action may include, but is not limited to, the following: [PL 1995, c. 453, §7 (AMD).]
1. Reduction and abatement program. The establishment of programs to reduce lead-based substances and abate environmental lead hazards; and
2. Interagency agreements. The development of interagency agreements with any pertinent federal, state or local agency, including, but not limited to, public housing authorities, energy efficiency programs and home maintenance and improvement programs.
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1315-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1315-A. cover?
Section 1315-A. ("Authority of the department") 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.
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