In construing and enforcing the provisions of this chapter, the act, omission, or failure of any agent, officer, or other person acting for or employed by any commission merchant, dealer, or broker, within the scope of his employment or office, shall in every case be deemed the act, omission, or failure of such commission merchant, dealer, or broker as that of such agent, officer, or other person.
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CHAPTER 20A— PERISHABLE AGRICULTURAL COMMODITIES
§ 499a. Short title and definitions
§ 499b–1. Products produced in distinct geographic areas
§ 499e. Liability to persons injured
§ 499f. Complaints, written notifications, and investigations
§ 499h. Grounds for suspension or revocation of license
§ 499l. Violations; report to Attorney General; proceedings; costs
§ 499m. Complaints; procedure, penalties, etc.
§ 499n. Inspection of perishable agricultural commodities
§ 499p. Liability of licensees for acts and omissions of agents