N.Y. Laws » CHAPTER Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation / TITLE Organization and General Powers, Functions and Duties of Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation / ARTICLE Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation; Commissioner
New York Consolidated Laws

N.Y. Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Law § 3.02 (2026)

Guiding principles

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§ 3.02 Guiding principles.  The office shall operate and maintain the
state park, recreation and historic site system to conserve, protect and
enhance the natural, ecological, historic, cultural and recreational
resources contained therein and to provide for the public enjoyment of
and access to these resources in a manner which will protect them for
future generations.