Massachusetts § 2C - Evacuation of state house in case of disaster; fire drills
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 2C — Evacuation of state house in case of disaster; fire drills, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 2C. Evacuation of state house in case of disaster; fire drills
Section 2C. The state superintendent of buildings and the sergeant-at-arms shall prepare plans and make all necessary preparations for effecting the prompt, speedy and safe evacuation of the state house and the several floors, basements and portions thereof, in case of fire or other disaster, and shall, from time to time, hold fire drills.
In carrying out the provisions of this section, they shall be entitled to the assistance of all constitutional officers, department heads, state police officers and general court officers, and may request the co-operation of the fire department of the city of Boston.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 2C
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 2C cover?
Section 2C ("Evacuation of state house in case of disaster; fire drills") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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