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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 104Pt. 5Ch. 1§ 109910 Health Department Definition

§ 109910 Health Department Definition

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§ 109910 Health Department Definition

This law defines what 'Department' means in other health laws—it refers to the State Department of Health Services.

Key Takeaways

  • •The word 'Department' in health laws means the State Department of Health Services.
  • •This helps everyone know which group is in charge of health rules.

Example

If a law says the 'Department' must check restaurants for cleanliness, it means the State Department of Health Services does that job.

The word 'Department' in health rules always points to this specific group.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 109910 Health Department Definition

“Department” means the State Department of Health Services. (Added by Stats. 1995, Ch. 415, Sec. 6. Effective January 1, 1996.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

DepartmentState Department of Health Services

Related Statutes

  • § 100100 Department Name Change
  • § 116100 Department Definition
  • § 11998.2 County Drug Abuse Plans
  • § 127280.1 Maternal Health Data Funding
  • § 127775 Nursing And Clinic Definitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 109910.
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