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National Environmental Protection (Amendment) Act 2016 (P.L. 2016 - 20).

Type of law
Legislation
Source

Abstract
This Act makes amendments in the Principal Act regarding the integrated water resources and sanitation management. This Act adds a new Section for the coordination of the monitoring and implementation of the National Water and Sanitation Policy and its Action Plan by the Authority. The monitoring and implementation of the policy includes, but not limited to, conducting water and sanitation sector assessments; establishing and managing a water and sanitation database; developing awareness programs on water and sanitation issues; monitoring drought status level; and overseeing licensing and use of groundwater resources.
Long title of text
An Act to amend the National Environmental Protection Act 1984 (35 MIRC Ch. 1) for a unified approach to the management of water and sanitation sector in the RMI.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Act enters into force on 18th of November, 2016.
Repealed
No
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No