Massachusetts § 47 - Powers and duties of companies operating under Secs. 43 to 46
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 47 — Powers and duties of companies operating under Secs. 43 to 46, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47. Powers and duties of companies operating under Secs. 43 to 46
Section 47. All companies operating under the four preceding sections shall remain subject to the duties and liabilities imposed by other provisions of law consistent with said sections, and shall have the powers, duties and rights therein authorized, all of which shall be in addition to and in amendment of any charter or special provision of law or of the general laws under which they are organized.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 47
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 47 cover?
Section 47 ("Powers and duties of companies operating under Secs. 43 to 46") 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 § 47?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 47" (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 § 47 apply to my situation?
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