Massachusetts § 4H - Distribution of laws and documents to members of general court

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 4H — Distribution of laws and documents to members of general court, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4H. Distribution of laws and documents to members of general court

Section 4H. The state secretary shall, in the distribution of laws and documents to members of the general court, effect such exchanges among members as they shall direct; and the secretary may employ such additional clerical or other assistance as may be necessary for the purpose. Copies of the laws and documents apportioned to members of the general court which remain undisposed of for 3 months after the end of the year in which they were issued shall revert to the commonwealth and be subject to general distribution.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 4H

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 4H cover?

Section 4H ("Distribution of laws and documents to members of general court") 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 § 4H?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 4H" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?

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How does Massachusetts § 4H apply to my situation?

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