Massachusetts § 121 - Rulemaking authority
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 121 — Rulemaking authority, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 121. Rulemaking authority
Section 121. (a) The department and the commissioner shall promulgate rules and regulations for the implementation, administration and enforcement of sections 116 to 123, inclusive.
(b) Pursuant to section 2 of chapter 30A, the department may promulgate, amend or repeal any regulation promulgated under this chapter as an emergency regulation if the regulation is necessary to protect the interests of the commonwealth in regulating industrial hemp.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 121
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 121 cover?
Section 121 ("Rulemaking authority") 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 § 121?
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