(a)    The Secretary shall:

(1)    Administer this title and the rules and regulations adopted under this title;

(2)    Develop comprehensive policies and programs to evaluate, determine, and lessen hazards that are associated with the use of radiation;

(3)    Advise, consult, and cooperate with:

(i)    Experts in the field of radiation control;

(ii)    Other agencies of this State;

(iii)    The federal government;

(iv)    Other states;

(v)    Interstate agencies;

(vi)    Affected groups;

(vii)    Affected political subdivisions; and

(viii)    Affected industries;

(4)    Accept and administer, according to law, any available loans, grants, and other funds or gifts for carrying out the Secretary’s powers and duties under this title;

(5)    Collect and publish health education information about protection from radiation hazards;

(6)    Review all radiation source plans and specifications that are submitted under the rules and regulations adopted under this title;

(7)    Inspect, to determine any possible radiation hazard:

(i)    Sources of radiation;

(ii)    The shielding and immediate surroundings of radiation sources; and

(iii)    Any records that concern the operation of radiation sources; and

(8)    Keep in confidence all information about commercial and industrial processes that is obtained in carrying out this title.

(b)    The Secretary may:

(1)    Authorize the Baltimore City Commissioner of Health to enforce and carry out the provisions of this title in Baltimore City; and

(2)    Encourage, participate in, or conduct studies, investigations, training, research, or demonstrations that concern:

(i)    The control of radiation hazards;

(ii)    The measurement of radiation;

(iii)    The effects on health from exposure to radiation; or

(iv)    Any other related problems.