# 38 M.R.S. § 954-D: 38 §954-D. Additional powers and duties

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## Section

- **Citation:** 38 M.R.S. § 954-D
- **Heading:** 38 §954-D. Additional powers and duties
- **Jurisdiction:** Maine
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** ME Code / Title 38 / Chapter 6 / Section 954-D

## Text

1. -- additional. In order to implement this chapter, the commission may, in addition to the powers and duties otherwise authorized by this chapter: A. Adopt an official seal; [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).] B. Compel attendance of witnesses and require production of evidence; [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).] C. Designate or request municipal, state or federal agencies to receive applications, provide assistance, make investigations and submit recommendations; [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).] D. Conduct joint hearings with municipal officers or other appropriate state or local agencies where joint approval may be required; and [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).] E. Sue and be sued in its own name, plead and be impleaded. [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).] [PL 1979, c. 459, §1 (NEW).]

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