Maryland § 9-407
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 9-407, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9-407.
(a) The Secretary shall:
(1) Adopt and enforce State primary drinking water regulations; and
(2) Adopt and implement adequate procedures for enforcing the State primary drinking water regulations.
(b) The State primary drinking water regulations may not:
(1) Be more stringent than the complete interim or revised national primary drinking water regulations in effect at the time; or
(2) Require the addition of any substance for preventive health care purposes unrelated to contamination of drinking water.
(c) The enforcement procedures shall:
(1) Include monitoring and inspection procedures; and
(2) Comply with all rules and regulations adopted by the Administrator under the federal Act.
(d) As the Administrator requires by rules or regulations adopted under the federal Act, the Secretary shall keep records and make reports with respect to the Secretary’s activities under this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 9-407
What does Maryland Code § 9-407 cover?
Section 9-407 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 § 9-407?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 9-407 apply to my situation?
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