34:9A-2. Definitions
As used in this act, unless the context clearly requires a different meaning:
(a) " Farm labor camp," or "Migrant labor camp" shall mean one or more tents, vehicles, buildings or structures, together with the tract of land appertaining thereto, used as living quarters by seasonal, temporary or migrant workers directly or indirectly in connection with any work or place where work is being performed, whether or not rent is paid or reserved in connection with the use or occupancy of such premises.
(b) "Commissioner" shall mean the Commissioner of Labor and Industry or any of his authorized deputies, representatives, agents or employees.
(c) "Department" shall mean the Department of Labor and Industry.
(d) "Bureau" shall mean the bureau of migrant labor established by this act.
(e) The terms "seasonal worker," "temporary worker" and "migrant worker" may be used interchangeably and shall include any person who is engaged in any seasonal or temporary work.
(f) All other words and phrases shall be defined and construed as provided by chapter 1 of Title 1 of the Revised Statutes.
L.1945, c. 71, p. 350, s. 2. Amended by L.1967, c. 91, s. 3, eff. June 7, 1967.
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