Section 2671. Limitation of liability; indemnification

1. Neither the
  members of the authority nor any person  acting  in  its  behalf,  while
  acting  within  the  scope  of  their authority, shall be subject to any
  personal liability  resulting  from  carrying  out  any  of  the  powers
  expressly given in or authorized by this title.
    2.  The  board  shall  elect the provisions of section eighteen of the
  public officers law to apply to the  members,  officers,  employees  and
  agents  of the authority in connection with any and all claims, demands,
  suits, actions or proceedings which may be made or brought  against  any
  of  them  arising  out  of  any  determinations made or actions taken or
  failed to be taken in compliance with any obligations under or  pursuant
  to the terms of this title.