New Jersey § 48:2-74
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-74, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48:2-74.
The Legislature finds and declares that damage to underground facilities caused by
excavation and the discharge of explosives poses a significant risk to the public
safety; that such damage to underground natural gas facilities poses a substantial
risk to the public safety; and that the implementation of a comprehensive One-Call
Damage Prevention System can substantially reduce the frequency of damage caused by
these activities. The Legislature therefore determines that it is in the public interest for the State
to require all operators of underground facilities to participate in a One-Call Damage
Prevention System and to require all excavators to notify the One-Call Damage Prevention
System prior to excavation or demolition. The Legislature further determines that the Board of Public Utilities is the appropriate
State agency to designate the operator of, and provide policy oversight to, the One-Call
Damage Prevention System and enforce the provisions of this act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 48:2-74
What does New Jersey Statutes § 48:2-74 cover?
Section 48:2-74 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 48:2-74?
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