Massachusetts § 66 - Advances to public employees
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 66 — Advances to public employees, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66. Advances to public employees
Section 66. In any city having a plan E or plan D charter with the approval of the city manager, in any other city with the approval of the mayor, and in towns with the approval of the selectmen, advances may be made to any officer or employee thereof in anticipation of necessary expenses authorized to be incurred under the provisions of clause (34) of section five of chapter forty subject, however, to such regulations as the treasurer thereof shall from time to time prescribe.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 66
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 66 cover?
Section 66 ("Advances to public employees") 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 § 66?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 66" (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 § 66 apply to my situation?
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