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12 M.R.S. § 8202, under Chapter 803.

12 M.R.S. § 8202

1. Resources. The director shall maintain sufficient resources, including research materials and technical expertise, within the limits of available funds, in order that the bureau may:

A. Respond to requests to identify forest insects and diseases of concern to landowners and municipalities; [PL 1979, c. 545, §3 (NEW).]

B. Determine the severity of forest insect or disease problems; [PL 1979, c. 545, §3 (NEW).]

C. Provide advice on control measures; [PL 1979, c. 545, §3 (NEW).]

D. Refer individuals to other state or federal agencies for technical or financial assistance; and [PL 2013, c. 37, §1 (AMD).]

E. [PL 2013, c. 37, §2 (RP).]

F. Respond to requests for information on insects, other than forest insects, including their identification and control. [PL 1979, c. 545, §3 (NEW).]

2. Results of investigations. The director shall provide the results of any investigation completed pursuant to this section or section 8201 to the affected landowner and municipality.