Florida § 238.02 - Name and date of establishment.
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§ 238.02. Name and date of establishment.
A retirement system is established and placed under the management of the Department of Management Services for the purpose of providing retirement allowances and other benefits for teachers of the state. The retirement system shall begin operations on July 1, 1939. It has such powers and privileges of a corporation as may be necessary to carry out effectively the provisions of this chapter and shall be known as the “Teachers’ Retirement System of the State,” and by such name all of its business shall be transacted, all of its funds invested, and all of its cash and securities and other property held in trust for the purpose for which received.
Source: official Florida text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 238.02
What does Florida Statutes § 238.02 cover?
Section 238.02 ("Name and date of establishment.") is part of the Florida Statutes, the codified statutory law of Florida. 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 Florida § 238.02?
A common citation format is "Florida Statutes § 238.02" (Florida). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Florida law?
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How does Florida § 238.02 apply to my situation?
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