Michigan § 16.106 - Deputy department heads; powers and duties.
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§ 16.106. Deputy department heads; powers and duties.
Deputy department heads shall perform such duties and exercise such powers as the head of the principal department may prescribe. Except when the head of a department is a commission, deputy department heads shall act for, and exercise the powers of, the head of the principal department during his absence or disability.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 16.106
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 16.106 cover?
Section 16.106 ("Deputy department heads; powers and duties.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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