A. This chapter, being necessary for the welfare of the people of the Commonwealth, shall be liberally construed to effect the purposes thereof.
B. Insofar as the provisions of this chapter are inconsistent with the provisions of any general or special laws or charters, or parts thereof, the provisions of this chapter shall control.
1988, c. 498, §§ 2.1-234.9:6, 2.1-234.9:7; 2001, c. 844.