[§342B-3]  General functions, duties, and
powers of the director.  (a)  In addition to any other power or duty
prescribed by law and in this chapter, the director shall prevent, control, and
abate air pollution and the emission of air pollutants in the State.



(b)  In the discharge of the duty described in
subsection (a) the director may adopt, amend, and repeal state rules
controlling and prohibiting air pollution and the release of air pollutants or
as otherwise necessary for the purposes of this chapter.



(c)  In addition to other specific powers
provided in this chapter, the director may appoint, without regard to chapter
76, hearings officers to conduct contested case hearings and public
participation activities, including public hearings and public informational
meetings. [L 1992, c 240, pt of §1; am L 2000, c 253, §150]