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HomeMilitary and Veterans CodeDiv. 1Ch. 2§ 83 Veterans Affairs Department Rules

§ 83 Veterans Affairs Department Rules

Military and Veterans Code·California
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§ 83 Veterans Affairs Department Rules

This law says that the rules from another part of the Government Code also apply to the Department of Veterans Affairs, unless they conflict with the rules in this chapter.

Key Takeaways

  • •The Department of Veterans Affairs follows the same rules as other departments, unless this chapter says otherwise.
  • •When the rules say 'head of the department,' it usually means the director of the Department of Veterans Affairs.
  • •For investigations, the 'head of the department' can also mean the board or a board member.

Example

If the Government Code says the 'head of the department' must approve certain decisions, this law clarifies that for the Department of Veterans Affairs, that means the director.

So, if there's a rule about who can make big decisions, this law tells us that the director of the Department of Veterans Affairs is the person in charge, unless the board is handling an investigation.

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

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§ 83 Veterans Affairs Department Rules

Except to the extent inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter, the provisions of Chapter 2 of Part 1 of Division 3 of Title 2 of the Government Code shall be applicable to the Department of Veterans Affairs as if the provisions of said Chapter 2 were set out fully herein. Whenever in such chapter the term “head of the department” or similar designation occurs, it shall mean the director, except that for the purposes of Article 2 of said Chapter 2 it shall also mean both the board and any member of the board to whom the duty of conducting any investigation is given by the board. (Added by Stats. 1946, 1st Ex. Sess., Ch. 114.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

head of the departmentdirectorboardArticle 2

Related Statutes

  • § 61 Veterans Board Definition
  • § 69 Board Meeting Procedures
  • § 69.7 Board Separate Budget
  • § 73.4 Veterans Council Consultation Requirement
  • § 73.8 Board Access To Records

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Military and Veterans Code. Section 83.
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