Maine Statutes
§ 12 §1871 — Declaration of policy
Maine·Title 12 CONSERVATION·Part 2 FORESTS, PARKS, LAKES AND RIVERS·Ch. 220 BUREAU OF PARKS AND PUBLIC LANDS
Whereas the preservation, protection and development of the natural scenic beauty and the unique character of our waterways, wildlife habitats and wilderness recreation resources for this generation and all succeeding generations; the prevention of erosion, droughts, freshets and the filling up of waters; and the promotion of peace, health, morals and general welfare of the public are the concern of the people of this State, the Legislature declares it to be in the public interest, for the public benefit and for the good order of the people of this State to establish an area known as the Allagash Wilderness Waterway.
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Legislative History
PL 1997, c. 678, §13 (NEW).
Nearby Sections
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§ 12 §1801
Definitions§ 12 §1802
Bureau of Parks and Lands established§ 12 §1803
General powers and duties of the bureau§ 12 §1804
Powers and duties of the director§ 12 §1805
Designation of ecological reserve§ 12 §1805-A
Designation of deer wintering areas§ 12 §1806
Enforcement§ 12 §1807
Sustainable harvest level§ 12 §1808
Forest inventory timeline established§ 12 §1814
Convey land§ 12 §1814-A
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