Massachusetts § 16A - Diagnostic laboratory
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 16A — Diagnostic laboratory, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 16A. Diagnostic laboratory
Section 16A. The trustees shall establish and maintain at said station a diagnostic laboratory for the purpose of the provisions of clause First of section seventeen relative to domestic animals. Experiments may be conducted at said station in co-operation with Massachusetts dairy farmers to control and eliminate the disease of mastitis. For the purpose of the collection and laboratory examination of milk samples to eliminate mastitis, in the conduct of such work, a fee as determined annually by the commissioner of administration under the provision of section three B of chapter seven for each sample tested may be charged. The director shall accept samples of milk for test collected by the department of agriculture and may accept samples from such other qualified persons as he may approve for the collection of such samples.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 16A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 16A cover?
Section 16A ("Diagnostic laboratory") 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 § 16A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 16A" (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 § 16A apply to my situation?
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