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Policies apply to all units under the jurisdiction of UC Davis--whether located in Davis, Sacramento, or at off-site locations--unless otherwise noted.</span></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/">Policy and Procedure Manual</a><br> <em>Note: This link will take you to an external website (Policy Management System) where the official policies are maintained.</em><br> </li> <li><span><a href="https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/manuals/binder/448"> Policies Recently Updated</a><br> <em>Note: Revision History for each policy can be accessed above the policy under Related Documents<br> </em></span></li></ul> <p>On rare occasions, policies may be established or updated on an interim basis until they are able to complete the official policy development and review process. 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