California § 6597 - The department may contract with any public or private entity to conduct research
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§ 6597. The department may contract with any public or private entity to conduct research
(a) The department may contract with any public or private entity to conduct research projects pursuant to this article. (b) The department may accept volunteer assistance for program operations, including, but not limited to, assistance with regard to grow-out facilities, provided that volunteers do not displace existing state employees. (c) All research and research results conducted through the program shall be publicly available.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 6597
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 6597 cover?
Section 6597 ("The department may contract with any public or private entity to conduct research") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 6597?
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Is this the official text of California law?
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