Virginia § 51.5-121 - Authority of Department to request and receive information from other agencies; use of information so obtained
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§ 51.5-121. Authority of Department to request and receive information from other agencies; use of information so obtained
The Department may request and shall receive from all departments, boards, bureaus, or other agencies of the Commonwealth such records and information as is necessary for the purpose of carrying out the provisions and programs of this chapter, and the same are authorized to provide such information, provided that a written statement from the requesting party stating the reason for seeking such record is submitted and filed with the record sought. The Department may also request and receive records and information necessary for the purpose of carrying out the provisions and programs of this chapter from agencies or political subdivisions of other states. The Department may make such information available to public officials and agencies of the Commonwealth, other states, political subdivisions of the Commonwealth, and political subdivisions of other states in accordance with state and federal law when the request for information relates to administration of the various public assistance or social services programs.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Code of Virginia § 51.5-121 cover?
Section 51.5-121 ("Authority of Department to request and receive information from other agencies; use of information so obtained") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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