All of such bonds or notes when issued shall contain a recital to the effect that they are issued pursuant to the “county improvement authorities law” (P.L.1960, c. 183) as amended and are entitled to the benefits of the provisions of this act. Except as otherwise provided in this act, any bonds or notes entitled to the benefits of the provisions of this act shall be authorized and issued in the manner provided for by the “county improvement authorities law.” Bonds or notes entitled to the benefits of the provisions of this act shall mature not later than 40 years from their date, without regard to any limitations as to maturities or amounts of annual installments for such bonds or notes as provided in the “county improvement authorities law.”

L.1979, c. 273, s. 12, eff. Jan. 3, 1980. Amended by L.1982, c. 113, s. 23, eff. Aug. 14, 1982.