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HomeHealth and Safety CodeDiv. 107Pt. 1Ch. 1§ 127010 Department Director Powers

§ 127010 Department Director Powers

Health and Safety Code·California
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§ 127010 Department Director Powers

Key Takeaways

  • •The boss of this department has the same powers as other department bosses in the government.
  • •This means they can make rules, hire people, and manage things like other leaders do.
  • •The law was updated in 2021 to make sure this is clear.

Example

Imagine the principal of a school.

Just like a principal can make school rules and decide who to hire, the boss of this department can do the same things for their department.

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

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§ 127010 Department Director Powers

The director of the department shall have the powers of a head of the department pursuant to Chapter 2 (commencing with Section 11150) of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 143, Sec. 33. (AB 133) Effective July 27, 2021.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

director of the departmentpowers of a head of the departmentChapter 2Government Code

Related Statutes

  • § 100110 Director'S Departmental Powers
  • § 104480 Regulatory Exemption Guidelines
  • § 1213 Clinic License Exemption Rules
  • § 1229.1 Primary Care Clinic Regulation Penalties
  • § 1241 License Suspension Proceedings

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Health and Safety Code. Section 127010.
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