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22 ME Rev Stat § 684 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §684. Federal - State agreements

 §684. Federal - State agreements 1.  General agreements and contracts.  The Governor, on behalf of this State, may enter into agreements with the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, Section 274b, as amended, providing for discontinuance of certain of the commission's licensing and related regulatory authority with respect to by-product, source and special nuclear materials and the assumption of regulatory authority therefor by this State.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).] 2.  Limited agreements.  The Governor, on behalf of this State, may enter into an agreement with the United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission pursuant to the Atomic Energy Act of 1954, Section 274i, as amended, other federal government agencies, where authorized by law, or other states or interstate agencies, whereby this State will perform on a cooperative basis inspections or other functions relating to control of sources of radiation.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).] 3.  Contracts with federal agencies.  The Governor may, subject to the conditions of Title 5, section 1669 and any other provision of law, execute contracts with appropriate federal officers or agencies relating to radiation hazards.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 685 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §685. Training programs

 §685. Training programs The department may institute training programs for the purpose of qualifying personnel to carry out the provisions of this Act, and may make the personnel available for participation in any program or programs of the Federal Government, other states or interstate agencies in furtherance of the purposes of this Act.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 686 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §686. Conflicting laws

 §686. Conflicting laws Ordinances, resolutions or regulations, now or hereafter in effect, of the governing body of a municipality or county or of state agencies other than the Department of Health and Human Services relating to by-product, source and special nuclear materials, except as provided in sections 678 and 679, shall not be superseded by this Act, provided that the ordinances or regulations are and continue to be consistent with this Act, amendments thereto and rules thereunder.   [PL 1987, c. 493, §8 (AMD); PL 2003, c. 689, Pt. B, §6 (REV).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW). PL 1987, c. 493, §8 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV).
22 ME Rev Stat § 687 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §687. Administrative procedure and judicial review

 §687. Administrative procedure and judicial review Administrative procedure and judicial review shall be in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 688 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §688. Injunction proceedings; impounding

 §688. Injunction proceedings; impounding 1.  Injunctions.  Whenever, in the judgment of the department, any person has engaged in or is about to engage in any acts or practices which constitute or will constitute a violation of this Act, or any rule or order issued thereunder, and at the request of the department, the Attorney General may make application to the Superior Court for an order enjoining those acts or practices, or for an order directing compliance, and, upon a showing by the department that the person has engaged or is about to engage in any such acts or practices, a permanent or temporary injunction, restraining order or other order may be granted.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).] 2.  Impounding.  In accordance with all applicable statutes and regulations, the department may, in the event of an emergency, impound or order the impounding of sources of radiation in the possession of any person who is not equipped to observe or fails to observe the provisions of this Act or any rules issued under this Act.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 689 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 160: RADIATION PROTECTION ACT|22 §689. Prohibited uses

 §689. Prohibited uses Except for consumer products, it is unlawful for any person to use, manufacture, produce, distribute, sell, transport, transfer, install, repair, receive, acquire, own or possess any source of radiation, unless licensed by or registered with the department in conformance with rules, if any, promulgated in accordance with this Act. Notwithstanding this paragraph, licensing or registration of specific consumer products may be required by the department by rule in specified circumstances.   [PL 1983, c. 345, §§13, 14 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1983, c. 345, §§13,14 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 771 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §771. Short title

 §771. Short title This chapter may be known and cited as the "Radon Registration Act."   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 772 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §772. Definitions

 §772. Definitions As used in this chapter, unless the context otherwise indicates, the following terms have the following meanings.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]1.  Associated radiological concerns.  "Associated radiological concerns" means radioactive elements other than radon, including, but not limited to, radium, thorium, uranium and their respective decay products.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).] 2.  Authorized radon testing device.  "Authorized radon testing device" means a device that:   A. Collects radon or its decay products;   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]B. Requires analysis by an independent measuring facility or is a continuous monitoring device; and   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]C. Has been determined to meet the proficiency requirements as determined by the department through rule. Rules adopted pursuant to this paragraph are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A.   [PL 2001, c. 574, §8 (AMD).][PL 2001, c. 574, §8 (AMD).] 3.  Division.  "Division" means the division of environmental health within the Department of Health and Human Services.   [PL 2011, c. 144, §1 (RPR).] 4.  Listed facility.  "Listed facility" means a radon testing facility that is designated as providing radon analysis services and that has proven its proficiency to the department.   [PL 1999, c. 76, §2 (AMD).] 5.  Radon.  "Radon" means the radioactive gaseous element and its decay products produced by the disintegration of the element radium in air, water, soil or other media.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).] 6.  Radon testing services.  "Radon testing services" means providing, for remuneration, determination of radon levels or analysis of an authorized radon testing device. This term includes those services provided by listed facilities.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW). PL 1999, c. 76, §§1,2 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 574, §8 (AMD). PL 2003, c. 689, §B6 (REV). PL 2011, c. 144, §1 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 773 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §773. Lead agency

 §773. Lead agency The division is the lead agency having primary responsibility for programs related to radon and associated radiological concerns. The division shall register firms, including listed facilities, and individuals who test for the presence of radon or associated radiological concerns or who provide consulting, construction or other remedial services for reducing the levels of radon or associated radiological concerns. The division may facilitate functions including, but not limited to, education, funding, liaison, technology transfer and training with the United States Environmental Protection Agency or other federal or state agencies. The division also serves as an information clearinghouse for radon and associated radiological concerns by maintaining records and disseminating information to educate the public about radon, describing technical assistance programs and interpreting test results as appropriate.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 774 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §774. Radon testing; registration required

 §774. Radon testing; registration required A person may not perform, evaluate or advertise to perform or evaluate tests for the presence of radon in buildings or on building lots unless registered with the division. This registration requirement includes without limitation a person whose place of business is located in the State, or in another state, who offers radon testing services to residents of the State either directly or through the mail.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 775 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §775. Radon mitigation; registration required

 §775. Radon mitigation; registration required A person may not offer advice or plans to reduce the level of radon in new or existing structures or contract to modify an existing structure in a manner intended to reduce the level of radon unless registered with the division.   [PL 2011, c. 144, §2 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW). PL 2011, c. 144, §2 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 776 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §776. Exemptions

 §776. Exemptions The requirements of sections 774 and 775 do not apply to any of the following:   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]1.  Personal use.  A person performing testing or mitigation on a building owned or inhabited by that person but not for sale at the time that person performs testing or mitigation on that building;   [PL 2001, c. 574, §9 (AMD).] 2.  New construction.  A builder utilizing preventive or safeguarding measures in new construction as specified in the Maine Uniform Building and Energy Code, adopted pursuant to Title 10, chapter 1103;   [PL 2011, c. 144, §3 (AMD).] 3.  Department employees.  Employees of the department in the course of their assigned duties; or   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).] 4.  Authorized personnel.  A person performing testing with the written approval of the department. Registration under section 774 or 775 does not constitute written approval for the purposes of this subsection.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW). PL 2001, c. 574, §9 (AMD). PL 2011, c. 144, §3 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 777 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §777. Use of listed facilities

 §777. Use of listed facilities Any person who is required to register under section 774 or 775 shall use only authorized radon testing devices and shall have these devices analyzed by a listed facility. When disclosing test results, any person registered under section 774 or 775 shall provide in writing the name and address of the listed facility that performed the analysis.   [RR 1991, c. 2, §74 (COR).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW). RR 1991, c. 2, §74 (COR).
22 ME Rev Stat § 778 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §778. Reports

 §778. Reports A person registered under section 774 or 775 shall, within 45 days of the date the services are provided, notify the department in writing of the street address and zip code of the client and the results of any tests performed. The department may, by rule, specify an alternative notification procedure and notification period and any additional data required in the report.   [PL 2009, c. 278, §2 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW). RR 1991, c. 2, §75 (COR). PL 2009, c. 278, §2 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 779 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §779. Advertising

 §779. Advertising A person may not advertise any radon testing device as "State-approved," "approved by the State of Maine" or by use of any phrases with similar meaning or content. This restriction also applies to any reference denoting municipal approval.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 780 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §780. Fees

 §780. Fees The department shall determine a schedule of fees to defray the costs of the registration programs established in sections 774 and 775. Fees may not exceed $150 for registrants under section 774 or $75 for registrants under section 775. The fees collected must be placed in the Radon Relief Fund established in section 784. The fee schedule must provide for initial registration and biennial registration fees.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 781 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §781. Rules

 §781. Rules The department shall adopt rules, in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, necessary to administer and enforce this chapter. Rules must address, but are not limited to, minimal training requirements for registration, periodic reregistration, performance standards, reports, truth-in-advertising requirements and criteria and procedures for revoking registrations.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 782 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §782. Penalties

 §782. Penalties Any person failing to register pursuant to section 774 or 775, commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $500 may be adjudged. Any person in violation of section 777, 778 or 779 commits a civil violation for which a forfeiture not to exceed $250 per violation may be adjudged. Any person who engages in radon testing, advertising or mitigation in violation of this chapter is also in violation of Title 5, chapter 10.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 783 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §783. Registration revoked

 §783. Registration revoked The department may revoke, in accordance with the Maine Administrative Procedure Act, Title 5, chapter 375, the registration of any person found in violation of this chapter.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 784 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 2: STATE AND LOCAL HEALTH AGENCIES|Chapter 165: RADON REGISTRATION ACT|22 §784. Radon Relief Fund

 §784. Radon Relief Fund The Radon Relief Fund is established as a nonlapsing fund to support the radon-related research, testing, educational and mitigation activities of the division. Funds received from registrations under sections 774 and 775 and any other miscellaneous sources of income are deposited in the fund. The division shall administer the fund. Funds in the Radon Relief Fund must be deposited with the Treasurer of State to the credit of the fund and may be invested as provided by law. Interest on these investments must be credited to the fund.   [PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1989, c. 657, §1 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 851 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 250-A: HUMAN LEUKOCYTE ANTIGEN SCREENING FUND|22 §851. Bone Marrow Screening Fund (REPEALED)

 §851. Bone Marrow Screening Fund (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1999, c. 731, §SS1 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 240, Pt. TT, §1 (AMD). PL 2017, c. 284, Pt. AAAA, §1 (RP).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1314 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1314. Short title

 §1314. Short title This Act may be cited as the Lead Poisoning Control Act.   [PL 1973, c. 367 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1973, c. 367 (NEW).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1314-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1314-A. Goal

 §1314-A. Goal The goal of the State in the area of lead poisoning is to eradicate childhood lead poisoning by the year 2030 through the elimination of potential sources of environmental lead. By January 1, 2025, the department shall submit a report to the joint standing committee of the Legislature having jurisdiction over health and human services matters regarding progress made toward this goal. The report must include any recommendations the department may have to revise the goal, along with any necessary legislation.   [PL 2019, c. 479, §1 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 810, §1 (NEW). PL 2019, c. 479, §1 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1315-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1315-A. Authority of the department

 §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   [PL 1991, c. 810, §18 (NEW).] 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.   [PL 1991, c. 810, §18 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1991, c. 810, §18 (NEW). PL 1995, c. 453, §7 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1316 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1316. Restrictions on use of lead-based substances

 §1316. Restrictions on use of lead-based substances A person may not use or apply lead-based substances:   [PL 1991, c. 810, §19 (AMD).]1.  Interiors.  In or upon any exposed surface of a dwelling, residential child-care facility or preschool facility;   [PL 1995, c. 453, §8 (AMD).] 2.  Fixtures.  In or upon any fixtures or other objects used, installed or located in or upon any exposed surface of a dwelling, residential child-care facility or preschool facility or intended to be so used, installed or located; and   [PL 1995, c. 453, §8 (AMD).] 3.  Toys and furniture.  In and upon toys or household furniture.   [PL 1973, c. 367 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1973, c. 367 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 239, §2 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 810, §19 (AMD). PL 1995, c. 453, §8 (AMD).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1317 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1317. Sale of lead base articles restricted (REPEALED)

 §1317. Sale of lead base articles restricted (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1973, c. 367 (NEW). PL 1975, c. 239, §3 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 810, §20 (RP).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1317-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1317-A. Early diagnosis program (REPEALED)

 §1317-A. Early diagnosis program (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 239, §4 (NEW). PL 1981, c. 470, §A63 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 810, §21 (RPR). PL 1999, c. 276, §7 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 683, §1 (RP). PL 2001, c. 683, §10 (AFF).
22 ME Rev Stat § 1317-B (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 22: HEALTH AND WELFARE|Subtitle 2: HEALTH|Part 3: PUBLIC HEALTH|Chapter 252: LEAD POISONING CONTROL ACT|22 §1317-B. Educational and publicity program

 §1317-B. Educational and publicity program The commissioner shall institute an educational and publicity program in order to inform the general public, health care providers and other appropriate groups of the dangers, frequency and sources of lead poisoning; the methods of preventing lead poisoning; and methods to abate lead-based substances and other environmental lead hazards from dwellings and premises.   [PL 1991, c. 810, §22 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1975, c. 239, §4 (NEW). PL 1989, c. 331 (AMD). PL 1991, c. 810, §22 (AMD).