27:1A-80 Additional powers of commissioner.

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6. In addition to any powers granted to the commissioner under this act or any other provision of law, the commissioner shall:

a. Provide interagency support, programmatic planning and policy recommendations, promote coordination and cooperation with and among State, multi-state, bi-state, federal and non-governmental agencies in matters affecting the New Jersey Marine Transportation System;

b. Engage in public education on maritime issues;

c. Serve as the primary advisory body and lead agency for support of New Jersey's $50 billion maritime industry;

d. Participate in maritime-related technology research and development;

e. Investigate innovative dredged material management technologies and techniques to ensure continued growth of New Jersey's Marine Transportation System;

f. Act as the local sponsor for agreements with State and federal agencies in support of dredging and dredging related projects;

g. Research, facilitate, and act as lead advisory body for grant funding opportunities which enhance and further the mission of the office;

h. Develop and maintain an interactive educational website on the department's Internet website;

i. Act as advisor for State and federal entities and non-governmental entities involved in advancing the mission of the New Jersey Marine Transportation System;

j. Engage in waterborne, dredging, and related infrastructure development projects which enhance the economic, environmental, and efficient nature of maritime and marine trades services;

k. Operate, lease, or license a dredging processing facility, or contract for the design, construction, use, management or operation of any State dredging processing facility; and

l. Undertake any additional actions as appropriate to advance the State's maritime roles and responsibilities.

L.2001,c.429,s.6.