Rhode Island § 46-12-23 - Water Pollution
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§ 46-12-23. Water Pollution
R.I. Gen. Laws § 46-12-23
§ 46-12-23. Town and city expenditures for pollution control.
The town council of every town and city council of every city are hereby authorized to make available sufficient money to pay for the proper control of the pollution of waters in their respective towns or cities, and the towns and cities may raise the money by the issue of interest bearing notes of the town or city, which notes shall not be considered in determining whether the indebtedness of the town or city is in excess of the statutory limitation; provided, however, that before any notes or any other evidences of indebtedness are issued, any and all plans and specifications for the proper control of the pollution of the waters shall be submitted to and receive the approval of the state department of environmental management.
History of Section.
P.L. 1940, ch. 952, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 46-12-32; P.L. 1983, ch. 149, § 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Rhode Island § 46-12-23
What does Rhode Island General Laws § 46-12-23 cover?
Section 46-12-23 ("Water Pollution") is part of the Rhode Island General Laws, the codified statutory law of Rhode Island. 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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