Rules and regulations.
Mo. Rev. Stat. § 263.040
in effect263.040. Rules and regulations. — The state entomologist shall, from time to time, make rules for carrying out the provisions and requirements of sections 263.010 to 263.180 , including rules under which inspectors and other employees shall:
(1) Inspect places, plants and plant products, and things and substances used or connected therewith;
(2) Investigate, control, eradicate and prevent the dissemination of plant pests; and
(3) Supervise or cause the treatment, cutting and destruction of plants and plant products infested or infected with plant pests.
(RSMo 1939 § 14040, A.L. 1984 S.B. 516) Prior revision: 1929 § 12373 Effective 1-01-85
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