Environmental
In New York, the term 'wetlands' is subject to regulation by which two primary authorities?
AThe NY DOS and the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission
BThe NY DEC (under the Freshwater Wetlands Act and Tidal Wetlands Act) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act)✓ Correct
CThe EPA and the NY State Legislature only
DLocal municipalities and the NY State Tax Commission
Explanation
Wetlands in New York are regulated by the NY DEC under the Freshwater Wetlands Act and the Tidal Wetlands Act, and by the U.S.
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