New York § 243 - 243Continuity of authority

Full text of New York New York Consolidated Laws § 243 — 243Continuity of authority, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 243. 243Continuity of authority

§ 243. Continuity of authority. For the purpose of succession to all functions, powers, duties and obligations transferred pursuant to this article, the department shall constitute the continuation of the public service commission and the department of public service, and not a different agency or authority.

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Frequently Asked Questions About New York § 243

What does New York Consolidated Laws § 243 cover?

Section 243 ("243Continuity of authority") is part of the New York Consolidated Laws, the codified statutory law of New York. 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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