The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its articles of incorporation. The corporation shall function as a veterans’ and patriotic organization as authorized by the laws of each State in which it is incorporated.

Terms Used In 36 USC 170503

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • State: means a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or any other territory or possession of the United States. See 1 USC 7
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