§ 9.5-101. Definitions

   (a) In general. -- In this title the following words have the meanings indicated.

(b) Committee. -- "Committee" means the Invasive Plants Advisory Committee.

(c) Invasive plant. -- "Invasive plant" means a terrestrial plant species that:

   (1) Did not evolve in the State; and

   (2) If introduced within the State, will cause or is likely to cause, as determined by the Secretary:

      (i) Economic harm;

      (ii) Ecological harm;

      (iii) Environmental harm; or

      (iv) Harm to human health.

(d) Landscaping services. -- "Landscaping services" includes services for ornamental horticultural design, maintenance, and installation of living plants.

(e) Tier 1 invasive plant. -- "Tier 1 invasive plant" includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause severe harm within the State.

(f) Tier 2 invasive plant. -- "Tier 2 invasive plant" includes invasive plant species that cause or are likely to cause substantial negative impact within the State.

HISTORY: 2011, ch. 142.