(a) It is intended that the provisions of this subchapter shall be liberally construed to accomplish the purposes provided for, or intended to be provided for, in this subchapter.
(b) Where strict construction would result in the defeat of the accomplishment of any of the actions authorized in this subchapter and a liberal construction would permit or assist in the accomplishment of them, the liberal construction shall be chosen.
Structure Arkansas Code
Subtitle 11 - Economic Development Improvement Districts, Facilities, And Authorities
Chapter 186 - Harbors And Port Facilities Generally
Subchapter 2 - Municipal Port Authorities
§ 14-186-203. Creation of authority — Members
§ 14-186-204. Authority — Purposes
§ 14-186-205. Authority — Activities in which city or town may engage
§ 14-186-207. Powers generally
§ 14-186-208. Warehouse facilities — Proposals for lease or operation
§ 14-186-209. Operation of terminal railroads
§ 14-186-210. Acquisition of rights-of-way and property
§ 14-186-211. Exemptions for property
§ 14-186-212. Exchange of property, etc
§ 14-186-213. Transfer of property or money to federal government