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Terms Used In Maryland Code, ENVIRONMENT 8-102

  • state: means :

    (1) a state, possession, territory, or commonwealth of the United States; or

    (2) the District of Columbia. See
(a) The General Assembly finds that radiation:

(1) If used properly, can help to improve the health, welfare, and productivity of the public;

(2) If used carelessly or excessively, may destroy life or health; and

(3) If used improperly, may impair the industrial and agricultural potential of this State.

(b) It is the policy of this State:

(1) To encourage the constructive uses of radiation; and

(2) To control radiation.