Indiana § 14-32-1-2 - Conservation policies
Full text of Indiana Indiana Code § 14-32-1-2 — Conservation policies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14-32-1-2. Conservation policies
Sec. 2. In light of the determination set forth in section 1 of this chapter, it is the policy of the general assembly to provide for the proper management of soil and water resources, the control and prevention of soil erosion, the prevention of flood water and sediment damage, the prevention of water quality impairment, and the conservation, development, use, and disposal of water in the watersheds of Indiana to accomplish the following:
(1) Conserve the natural resources, including wildlife.
(2) Control floods.
(3) Prevent impairment of dams and reservoirs.
(4) Assist in maintaining the navigability of rivers and harbors.
(5) Protect the water quality of lakes and streams.
(6) Protect the tax base.
(7) Protect public land.
(8) Protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the people of Indiana.
(9) Protect a high quality water resource.
(10) Protect and improve soil quality.
[Pre-1995 Recodification Citation: 13-3-1-2(d).]
As added by P.L.1-1995, SEC.25. Amended by P.L.136-1997, SEC.8; P.L.175-2006, SEC.3; P.L.129-2011, SEC.1.
IC 14-32-2Chapter 2. Soil Conservation Board
14-32-2-1Establishment 14-32-2-2Members 14-32-2-3Qualifications of members 14-32-2-4Term for members 14-32-2-5Travel expenses and per diem salary 14-32-2-6Repealed 14-32-2-7Appointment of advisory members 14-32-2-8Election of chairman of the board 14-32-2-9Quorum 14-32-2-10Delegation of powers and duties 14-32-2-11Attorney general providing legal services 14-32-2-12Duties of board 14-32-2-13Public hearings
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Section 14-32-1-2 ("Conservation policies") is part of the Indiana Code, the codified statutory law of Indiana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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