As Amended
SEC. 49-15-303. Powers and duties of commission.
The commission shall have the following powers and duties:
(a) To formulate the policy of the department regarding marine resources within the jurisdiction of the department;
(b) To enter into and authorize the executive director to execute contracts, grants and cooperative agreements with any public or private institution, federal or state agency or any subdivision thereof to carry out the duties of the commission;
(c) To adopt, amend or repeal such rules and regulations necessary for the operation of the commission and the department; and
(d) To discharge such other duties and powers as are necessary to implement state policy regarding marine resources.
SOURCES: Laws, 1994, ch. 578, Sec. 2, eff from and after July 1, 1994