1. (a) The General Assembly finds that radiation:

   1. (1) If used properly, can help to improve the health, welfare, and productivity of the public;
   2. (2) If used carelessly or excessively, may destroy life or health; and
   3. (3) If used improperly, may impair the industrial and agricultural potential of this State.

2. (b) It is the policy of this State:

   1. (1) To encourage the constructive uses of radiation;
   2. (2) To control radiation; and
   3. (3) To protect the public from unnecessary and harmful exposure resulting from a nuclear incident.

Added by Acts 1982, c. 240, § 2. Amended by Acts 2024, c. 644, § 1, eff. June 1, 2024; Acts 2024, c. 645, § 1, eff. June 1, 2024.

Formerly Art. 43, § 675.