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HomeWelfare and Institutions CodeDiv. 9Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 2§ 10601 Department Funds Expenditure Authority

§ 10601 Department Funds Expenditure Authority

Welfare and Institutions Code·California
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§ 10601 Department Funds Expenditure Authority

This law says the department can spend money given to them, but only if they follow the rules.

Key Takeaways

  • •The department can spend money they get.
  • •They have to follow the rules when spending it.
  • •They can't use the money for things not allowed by the rules.

Example

If the department gets money to fix roads, they can use it for that.

They can't use the road money to buy new computers unless the rules say it's okay.

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

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§ 10601 Department Funds Expenditure Authority

The department may expend, in accordance with law, all moneys made available for its use or for the administration of any statute administered by it. (Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1784.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

departmentexpendmoneysstatute administered

Related Statutes

  • § 10609 Federal Cooperation For Child Welfare
  • § 10609.6 Child Welfare Task Force
  • § 10611 Building Plan Approval Requirements
  • § 10557 Director Conflict Restrictions
  • § 10600 State Social Services Oversight

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Welfare and Institutions Code. Section 10601.
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