N.Y. Agriculture & Markets Law § 196: Statewide uniformity

§ 196. Statewide uniformity. 1. Notwithstanding the provisions of any

other general, special or local law, the commissioner may, in order to

secure uniform regulation of weights and measures throughout the state,

reverse, modify or annul in whole or in part any rule, regulation,

direction, order, ordinance, local law or other provision adopted by any

municipality which contravenes or is inconsistent with the provisions of

this article or any rules and regulations promulgated by the

commissioner.

2. The order of the commissioner affecting any such municipal

provision shall state the date on which it takes effect and a copy

thereof, duly signed by the commissioner, shall be filed as a public

record in the state department of agriculture and markets.