The state geological and natural history survey shall be under the direction of the Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection. Said survey shall have for its objects:

1. (1) An examination of the geological formation of the state, with special reference to such economic products as building stones, clays, ores and other mineral substances;
2. (2) an examination of the animal and plant life of the state, with special reference to its economic and educational value;
3. (3) the preparation of special maps to illustrate the resources of the state;
4. (4) the preparation of special reports, with necessary illustrations and maps, which shall embrace both a general and detailed description of the geology and natural history of the state.

(1949 Rev., S. 3543; 1971, P.A. 872, S. 434; P.A. 11-80, S. 1.)

History: 1971 act placed geological survey under environmental protection commissioner's direction; pursuant to P.A. 11-80, “Commissioner of Environmental Protection” was changed editorially by the Revisors to “Commissioner of Energy and Environmental Protection”, effective July 1, 2011.