N.Y. Navigation Law § 174-b: Use of agents

§ 174-b. Use of agents. 1. The commissioner may promulgate regulations

governing the use of dispersants, burning agents, biological additives,

surface collecting agents or other chemical additives in the cleanup and

removal of a petroleum discharge.

2. The commissioner shall pursue an official memorandum of

understanding with the United States Coast Guard regarding the planned

uses of dispersants, burning agents, sinking agents, biological

additives, surface collecting agents or other chemical additives in the

event of a petroleum discharge. Such memorandum of understanding should

be reflective of any rules or regulations promulgated pursuant to this

section.

3. No person shall supervise, aid or participate in any use of

dispersants, burning agents, sinking agents, biological additives,

surface collecting agents or other chemical additives which is

inconsistent with any rule or regulation promulgated pursuant to this

section.