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§ 9.5-101. Definitions

MD Agric Code § 9.5-101 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b)    “Committee” means the Invasive Plants Advisory Committee.

(c)    “Invasive plant” means a terrestrial plant species that:

(1)    Did not evolve in the State; and

(2)    If introduced within the State, will cause or is likely to cause, as determined by the Secretary:

(i)    Economic harm;

(ii)    Ecological harm;

(iii)    Environmental harm; or

(iv)    Harm to human health.

(d)    “Landscaping services” includes services for ornamental horticultural design, maintenance, and installation of living plants.

(e)    “Tier 1 invasive plant” includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause severe harm within the State.

(f)    “Tier 2 invasive plant” includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause substantial negative impact within the State.

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