Current through 2024 NY Law Chapter 456
Section 174-B - Use of agents1. The commissioner may promulgate regulations governing the use of dispersants, burning agents, biological additives, surface collecting agents or other chemical additives in the cleanup and removal of a petroleum discharge.2. The commissioner shall pursue an official memorandum of understanding with the United States Coast Guard regarding the planned uses of dispersants, burning agents, sinking agents, biological additives, surface collecting agents or other chemical additives in the event of a petroleum discharge. Such memorandum of understanding should be reflective of any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant to this section.3. No person shall supervise, aid or participate in any use of dispersants, burning agents, sinking agents, biological additives, surface collecting agents or other chemical additives which is inconsistent with any rule or regulation promulgated pursuant to this section.