Maryland § 5-102
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-102, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-102.
(a) The State Chemist shall administer the provisions of this subtitle subject to the supervision of the Secretary.
(b) The Secretary may cooperate with and enter into agreements with any other agency of the State, any other state, the United States, or with the Association of American Pesticide Control Officials, Inc. to carry out the provisions of this subtitle and to secure uniform rules and regulations.
(c) The Secretary shall develop a comprehensive pesticide data program that includes:
(1) The number and types of enforcement actions taken; and
(2) Figures for the number, types, and uses of pesticides in Maryland.
(d) The Secretary shall issue a report on the comprehensive pesticide data program to the General Assembly, in accordance with § 2-1257 of the State Government Article, by January 1, 1990 and by January 1 of each subsequent year.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-102
What does Maryland Code § 5-102 cover?
Section 5-102 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 5-102?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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