Application, Purpose, Effective Date and Authority

(1) Application. 801 CMR 53.00 shall apply to state authorities as defined in 801 CMR 53.02. (2) Purpose. The purpose of 801 CMR 53.00 is to carry out M.G.L. c. 29, § 29K by ensuring accountability and transparency for state authorities. (3) Authority. 801 CMR 53.00 is adopted under the authority of M.G.L. c. 29, § 29K(f).