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The Laws of New York
Consolidated Laws of New York
CHAPTER 43-B
Environmental Conservation
ARTICLE 13
Marine and Coastal Resources
TITLE 7
Seagrass Protection Act
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SECTION 13-0703
Definitions
Environmental Conservation (ENV) CHAPTER 43-B, ARTICLE 13, TITLE 7
§ 13-0703. Definitions.

1. "Coastal community" shall mean a municipal corporation, as defined
in section two of the general municipal law, in Nassau and Suffolk
counties.

2. "Seagrass" shall mean rooted, vascular, flowering marine plants
that are submerged in New York's bays and coastal waters, including
Zostera marina and Ruppia maritima.