Md. Code, Natural Resources § 8-725.9
This is the official text of Md. Code, Natural Resources § 8-725.9, part of Maryland’s Code, Natural Resources — governs parks, wildlife, and natural resource management.
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§8–725.
Official statutory text
§8–725.9.
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Department may establish or alter by public notice:
(1) If the Department determines public safety is at risk and it is contrary to the public interest to delay action, a speed zone near:
(i) A construction project on or adjacent to State waters;
(ii) A marine event; or
(iii) An accident or other emergent situation; or
(2) An area where vessel movement is controlled, limited, or restricted as designated by the U.S. Coast Guard or another federal agency.
(b) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.
(a) Notwithstanding any other provision of this title, the Department may establish or alter by public notice:
(1) If the Department determines public safety is at risk and it is contrary to the public interest to delay action, a speed zone near:
(i) A construction project on or adjacent to State waters;
(ii) A marine event; or
(iii) An accident or other emergent situation; or
(2) An area where vessel movement is controlled, limited, or restricted as designated by the U.S. Coast Guard or another federal agency.
(b) The Department may adopt regulations to implement this section.
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