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Law on Environmental Protection and Development of March 1994.

Type of law
Legislation
Source


Abstract
This Law is composed of 10 Sections divided into 46 articles. Section I deals with definitions and terms. Section II provides forthe following materials: environmental media protection; water protection water standards and criteria suitable for various uses; air pollution control; allowed limits of noise and vibration; land classification; classification of pollutants; protection of plants and animals, creation of nature reserves; environmental impact assessment of industries; pesticide use control; and waste treatment. Section III concerns with licences and environmental impact assessment. Section IV relates to disasters. Section V addresses liability and compensation for damages. Section VI deals with legal and administrative procedures. Section VII provides for environment and development. Section VIII relates to the Fund for Environmental Protection and Development. Section IX contains offences and penalties. Section X contains general provisions.
Date of text
Entry into force notes
This Law enters into force 6 months after its publication in the Official Gazette.
Repealed
Yes
Publication reference
United Nations Environment Programme (ROWA), Compendium of Environmental Legislation in West Asia (1996), pp. 257-274.
Source language

English

Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
قانون حماية وتنمية البيئة لسنة 1994م
Repealed by