New York § 37-B - 37-BPopulation
Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 37-B — 37-BPopulation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 37-B. 37-BPopulation
§ 37-b. Population. 1. The term population when used in relation to this state, or a municipality or other subdivision thereof, or a portion of such a municipality or subdivision, shall, unless otherwise provided in relation to such use, mean population as shown by the latest federal census published as a final population count by the United States bureau of the census. 2. Unless otherwise specifically provided, the term population when used in relation to payments of aid or assistance by the state to a municipality or other subdivision thereof shall mean population as shown by the latest federal census of such municipality or subdivision published as a final population count by the United States bureau of the census prior to the commencement of the state fiscal year during which such aid or assistance is payable.
Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 37-B
What does New York Consolidated Laws § 37-B cover?
Section 37-B ("37-BPopulation") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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 York § 37-B?
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