Massachusetts § 4 - Board; power to employ engineers, etc.; expenses
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 4 — Board; power to employ engineers, etc.; expenses, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4. Board; power to employ engineers, etc.; expenses
Section 4. In carrying out the provisions of this chapter, the board may employ necessary engineers, assistants, or other agents, who may enter on land which the board desires to survey or examine. The board shall also be allowed other necessary expenses incurred in the performance of its duties.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 4
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 4 cover?
Section 4 ("Board; power to employ engineers, etc.; expenses") 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 § 4?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 4" (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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