The general assembly recognizes the following:

1. (1) The profound impact of human activity on the interrelations of all components of the natural environment, particularly the profound influences of the following:

   1. (A) High-density urbanization.
   2. (B) Industrial expansion.
   3. (C) Resource exploitation.
   4. (D) New and expanding technological advances.
2. (2) The critical importance of restoring and maintaining environmental quality to the overall welfare and development of humans.
3. (3) That each person should enjoy a healthful environment.

4. (4) That each person has a responsibility to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the environment.

   [Pre-1996 Recodification Citation: 13-1-10-2(a) part, (c).]

As added by P.L.1-1996, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.135-2026, SEC.41.