Section 2623. Limitation of liability

1.  Neither  the  members of the
  authority, nor any person or persons 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 of this title.
    2. The provisions of section seventeen  of  the  public  officers  law
  shall  apply  to  members,  officers,  and  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 determination made or actions taken or omitted to be taken in
  compliance  with  any obligations under or pursuant to the terms of this
  title.