Florida § 215.53 - Powers of existing officers and boards, the judicial branch, and agencies not affected.
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§ 215.53. Powers of existing officers and boards, the judicial branch, and agencies not affected.
It is the intent of the Legislature that transfer of the powers, duties, and responsibilities of existing state agencies or the judicial branch made by ss. 215.44-215.53 to the board shall include only the particular powers, duties, and responsibilities hereby transferred, and all other existing powers shall in no way be affected by said sections. The powers, duties, and responsibilities conferred by ss. 215.44-215.53 upon the board are additional and supplemental to the existing powers of the officers composing the said board.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Florida § 215.53
What does Florida Statutes § 215.53 cover?
Section 215.53 ("Powers of existing officers and boards, the judicial branch, and agencies not affected.") 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 § 215.53?
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