Section 401.071 - General Powers of Commission in Relation to Low-Level Radioactive Waste(a) The commission may:(1) conduct, request, and participate in studies, investigations, and research relating to selection, preparation, construction, operation, maintenance, decommissioning, closing, and financing of disposal sites for and disposal of low-level radioactive waste; and(2) advise, consult, and cooperate with the federal government, the state, interstate agencies, local governmental entities in this state, and private entities on matters involving the disposal of low-level radioactive waste.(b) In carrying out its duties under this section the commission may:(1) apply for, receive, accept, and administer gifts, grants, and other funds available from any source; and(2) contract with the federal government, the state, interstate agencies, local governmental agencies, and private entities.Tex. Health and Safety Code § 401.071
Added by Acts 2003, 78th Leg., ch. 1067, Sec. 3, eff. 9/1/2003.