Environmental Protection Statutes
/ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl prəˈtɛkʃən ˈstætʃuːts/
Definitions
- (n.) Laws enacted to regulate activities affecting the environment to prevent pollution and conserve natural resources.
The government strengthened environmental protection statutes to combat air pollution.
Forms
- environmental protection statutes
- environmental protection statute
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Commentary
Typically refers to a body of laws aimed at environmental conservation and pollution prevention; drafting should clearly define scope and enforcement mechanisms.
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