Section 286.189 - Commission; powers generally. - Michigan Statutes

THE JOHN C. HERTEL TOXIC SUBSTANCE CONTROL COMMISSION ACT (EXCERPT)
Act 116 of 1978

***** 286.189 THIS SECTION DOES NOT APPLY AFTER DECEMBER 31, 1989: See (1) of 286.194 *****

286.189 Commission; powers generally.

Sec. 9.

The commission may:

(a) For the accomplishment of its purposes, recommend that the appropriate state agency provide assistance, or undertake studies, inquiries, surveys, or analyses the commission considers relevant. This includes requesting the cooperation of a public or private agency, including an institute, university, foundation, or research organization.

(b) Investigate and compile data relative to safety, health, testing, or distribution of a product containing a toxic substance to be sold in this state.

(c) Require from a state agency, public institution, or university, assistance, studies, surveys, or analyses the commission considers necessary or desirable to properly carry out its responsibilities under section 6.

(d) Make and sign contractual agreements with a private or public institution, foundation, or research organization necessary to properly carry out the purposes of section 6.

(e) Make and sign any agreements and perform any acts that may be necessary, desirable, or proper to carry out the purposes of this act.

(f) Upon application to circuit court subpoena witnesses, administer oaths, and examine the books and records of a person concerning a matter involving a toxic substance, subject to prior court authorization during a toxic substance emergency.

(g) Establish specialized advisory committees it considers necessary.

History: 1978, Act 116, Eff. Jan. 1, 1979