§ 402.71, Fla. Stat. · Chapter 402. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
Transfer of funds, positions, and budget authority within department.
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(1) The secretary may transfer funds, positions, and budget authority within the department, pursuant to chapter 216, provided the department comports generally with legislative intent.
(2) The secretary may transfer salary rate within the department with the prior approval of the Executive Office of the Governor and in accordance with chapter 216.
(3) The secretary may establish, abolish, or consolidate district programs and other offices and may reallocate duties and functions within the department without regard to established service areas. Administrative services may be delivered at the institutional level or higher, as determined by the secretary to be in the best interests of efficient delivery of support services.
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History
s. 22, ch. 96-403.
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