Massachusetts § 27A - Treasurer and custodian of certain funds
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 27A — Treasurer and custodian of certain funds, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 27A. Treasurer and custodian of certain funds
Section 27A. The county treasurer of each county shall act as the treasurer and custodian of the funds of every institution, organization, board, commission or other public body to the use of which funds of his county are contributed, provided that in case any such public body serves a district comprising more than one county, the county treasurer of the county in which such public body is chiefly located or has its headquarters, as determined by the director of accounts, shall so act.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 27A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 27A cover?
Section 27A ("Treasurer and custodian of certain funds") 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.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 27A?
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