The department shall have the following powers and duties:
To implement the policy of the commission regarding marine resources within the jurisdiction of the department;
To apply for, receive and expend any federal or state funds or contributions, gifts, devises, bequests or funds from any other source;
To commission or conduct studies designed to determine alternative methods of managing and conserving the marine resources of this state in a manner to insure efficiency and sustained productivity;
To issue permits and licenses authorized by law or regulation;
To equip and supply check stations, remote duty stations and personnel for extended duty;
To develop programs to enhance the marketing of the state’s recreational and commercial marine resources;
To provide gear, insignias, and otherwise equip personnel subject to the amount appropriated for those purposes; and
To discharge any other duties, responsibilities and powers as are necessary to implement this chapter.