New York § 961 - 961Legislative declaration

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 961 — 961Legislative declaration, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 961. 961Legislative declaration

§ 961. Legislative declaration. The legislature hereby declares it to be in the public interest to protect and manage the South Shore Estuary System as a single integrated estuary. It is further in the public interest to establish a council made up of representatives of state and local governments and private citizens to create a South Shore Estuary Reserve, prepare a comprehensive management plan and make recommendations to preserve, protect and enhance the natural, recreational, economic and educational resources of the reserve, which the state and local governments may incorporate into policy, laws or regulations.

Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 961

What does New York Consolidated Laws § 961 cover?

Section 961 ("961Legislative declaration") 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 § 961?

A common citation format is "New York Consolidated Laws § 961" (New York). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

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