The purpose of these rules is to implement the following statutory provisions:

1. (a) RSA 487:16-a, which prohibits the sale, distribution, importation, purchase, propagation, transportation, or introduction of exotic aquatic weeds into the state;
2. (b) RSA 487:17 relative to limiting the eutrophication of lakes and ponds, controlling exotic aquatic weeds, designating restricted use areas, and making financial grants for management of exotic aquatic weeds;
3. (c) RSA 487:18 relative to project prioritizations;
4. (d) RSA 487:20 relative to eligibility requirements;
5. (e) RSA 487:21 relative to cost sharing; and
6. (f) RSA 487:22 relative to municipal agreements.

Source. (See Revision Note #1 at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1300) #8703-A, eff 9-5-06; ss by #10696, eff 10-18-14 (See Revision Note #2 at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1300)