(a) The commissioner of environment and conservation shall administer and enforce this part.

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(b) The commissioner may:

(1) Issue orders for correction to enforce this part and rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this part in the manner specified in § 68-211-112 and such orders may be reviewed in the manner specified in § 68-211-113;
(2) Institute proceedings to enjoin violations of this part, rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this part or orders issued pursuant to subdivision (b)(1) in the manner specified in § 68-211-115; and
(3) Assess civil penalties against any person who violates or fails to comply with this part or rules and regulations promulgated pursuant to this part in the manner specified in § 68-211-117.