D.C. Code § 7-144

Current through codified legislation effective September 18, 2024

Section 7-144 - Construction

Each and every provision of this subchapter shall be constructed liberally in aid of the powers vested in the public authorities looking to the protection of the public health, comfort, and welfare and not by way of limitation.

D.C. Code § 7-144

Aug. 11, 1939, ch. 601, § 14; Aug. 8, 1946, 60 Stat. 922, ch. 871, § 2; Oct. 11, 1963, 77 Stat. 246, Pub. L. 88-137, § 1.

Medical care and treatment, requirement to obtain, see § 38-606. .