Rhode Island Statutes

§ 42-103-1 — § 42-103-1. Declaration of policy.

Rhode Island·Title 42 State Affairs and Government·Ch. 42-103 Waste Facilities Siting

§ 42-103-1. Declaration of policy.

The general assembly finds and declares that the improper treatment, storage, or disposal of solid and hazardous waste generated in this state poses a significant threat to the integrity of the environment and the public health; that ensuring the proper treatment, storage, or disposal of solid and hazardous waste is a public purpose in the best interests of all citizens of this state; and that the only way to accomplish this purpose is to provide for the siting, design, construction, operation, and use of environmentally acceptable solid and hazardous waste facilities.

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Legislative History

P.L. 1988, ch. 239, § 3.

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