Section 2. Legislative findings and purpose.
The Department of Environmental Resources has, in accordance with the act of December 5, 1972 (P.L.1277, No.283), known as the Pennsylvania Scenic Rivers Act, fulfilled its obligations and responsibilities prerequisite to the designation of Tucquan Creek and its Clark Run tributary and a portion of Bear Run and a segment of its major tributary, Beaver Run, as components of the Pennsylvania Scenic Rivers System. The designation of Tucquan Creek and its Clark Run tributary and a portion of Bear Run and a segment of its major tributary, Beaver Run, is for the purpose of recognizing their inherent qualities and protecting the scenic qualities and recreational values of these relatively undeveloped river corridors in accordance with the policy and provisions of the Pennsylvania Scenic Rivers Act.
Compiler's Note: The Department of Environmental Resources, referred to in this section, was abolished by Act 18 of 1995. Its functions were transferred to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources and the Department of Environmental Protection.