Massachusetts § 184B - Blood banks
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 184B — Blood banks, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 184B. Blood banks
Section 184B. No blood bank, so-called, shall be established and maintained in the commonwealth except by a hospital licensed by the department under the provisions of section fifty-one. The American Red Cross, the Center for Blood Research, Inc., federal hospitals, organizations registered as blood establishments with the United States Food and Drug Administration and hospitals operated by the department may establish and maintain a blood bank; provided, that such blood bank is approved by the commissioner and the public health council as meeting all applicable regulations developed under the authority of this chapter.
Any violation of this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than five hundred dollars or the revocation of the right to establish and maintain a blood bank, or both.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 184B
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 184B cover?
Section 184B ("Blood banks") 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 § 184B?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 184B apply to my situation?
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