New Jersey § 26:1a-1
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 26:1a-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 26:1a-1.
As used in this act, unless otherwise specifically indicated, “ State Department, ” “ Department of Health ” and “ department ” mean the State Department of Health; “ Commissioner ” means the State Commissioner of Health who is the chief administrative officer of
the State Department of Health; “ Council ” means the Public Health Council in the State Department of Health; “ Division ” means one of the divisions in the State Department of Health; “ Division director ” means the director of one of the divisions in the State Department of Health; “ Local board ” or “ local board of health ” means the board of health of any municipality or the boards, bodies or officers
in such municipality lawfully exercising any of the powers of a local board of health
under the laws governing such municipality, and includes any consolidated local board
of health or county local board of health created and established pursuant to law.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 26:1a-1
What does New Jersey Statutes § 26:1a-1 cover?
Section 26:1a-1 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 26:1a-1?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 26:1a-1" (New Jersey). 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 New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 26:1a-1 apply to my situation?
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