Cal. HNC § 784
This is the official text of Cal. HNC § 784, part of California’s Harbors and Navigation Code — regulates ports, harbors, and boating.
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Official statutory text
Nothing in this chapter is intended to affect the operation of Section 117505 of the Health and Safety Code. The state board and any regional board may also regulate nonsewage discharges excepting vessel washdown water, liquid galley, shower, or bath waste, or water discharges necessary for the propulsion or stability of a vessel.
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