Law No. 7.663 introducing guidelines for São Paulo Water Resources Policy.
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Type of law
Legislation
Abstract
This Law, composed of 38 articles, defines the guidelines for São Paulo Water Resources Policy. The aim is to grant the preservation of water, considered as a natural resource essential for life, economic development and social welfare. In particular, the Law regulates the Water Resources Management Integrated System (SIRGH), an instrument through witch the State assures institutional and financial measures. Finally the Law rules on water use rights, costs, penalties, and defines the competent State authorities.
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Entry into force notes
This law enters into force on the date of its publication.
Notes
This Law repeals all contrary provisions.
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Lei n. 7.663 -Estabelece normas de orientação à Política Estadual de Recursos Hídricos bem como ao Sistema Integrado de Gerenciamento de Recursos Hídricos.