§ 46-23.2-4. Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
(1) “Collaborative” means a group of organizations, agencies and individuals assembled for the purposes of organizing, coordinating, maintaining and supporting the watershed and marine monitoring programs within Narragansett Bay and the watersheds of the state.
(2) “Monitoring program” means any scientific or educational data collection activity that measures the changing conditions in, and the functionality and health of the waters of the state.
(3) “Perturbation” means a disturbance in the natural environment that is produced from some force additional to that which causes the natural state of that environment.
History of Section.P.L. 2004, ch. 144, § 1; P.L. 2004, ch. 210, § 1.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Title 46 - Waters and Navigation
Chapter 46-23.2 - The Comprehensive Watershed and Marine Monitoring Act of 2004
Section 46-23.2-2. - Legislative findings.
Section 46-23.2-4. - Definitions.
Section 46-23.2-5. - The Rhode Island environmental monitoring collaborative — Creation.
Section 46-23.2-6. - Powers and duties.
Section 46-23.2-7. - Assistance by state officers, departments, boards and commissions.