Missouri § 34.150 - Violation by any department renders contract void — liability of head of department.
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§ 34.150. Violation by any department renders contract void — liability of head of department.
Whenever any department or agency of the state government shall purchase or contract for any supplies, materials, equipment or contractual services contrary to the provisions of this chapter or the rules and regulations made thereunder, such order or contract shall be void and of no effect. The head of such department or agency shall be personally liable for the costs of any order or contract the head of such department or agency knowingly authorized in violation of this chapter and, if already paid for out of state funds, the amount thereof may be recovered in the name of the state in an appropriate action instituted therefor.
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(RSMo 1939 § 14598, A.L. 1945 p. 1428 § 72, A.L. 1995 H.B. 562)
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Source: official Missouri text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Missouri § 34.150
What does Revised Statutes of Missouri § 34.150 cover?
Section 34.150 ("Violation by any department renders contract void — liability of head of department.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Missouri, the codified statutory law of Missouri. 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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