N.Y. Navigation Law Section 197
Effect of federal legislation

If the United States congress enacts legislation providing compensation in the event of a discharge of petroleum, the commissioner shall determine to what degree that legislation provides the needed protection for our citizens, businesses and environment and shall make the appropriate recommendations to the legislature for amendments to this article.

Source: Section 197 — Effect of federal legislation, https://www.­nysenate.­gov/legislation/laws/NAV/197 (updated Sep. 22, 2014; accessed Feb. 21, 2026).

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