Purposes — Us Code Code § 140703
Us Code Code § 140703 — Purposes. Reproduced from the official United States Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.
§ 140703. Purposes
The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation and bylaws and include—
(1) promoting military service associations;
(2) promoting patriotic education and military, naval, and air science;
(3) defending the honor and integrity of the United States Government and the Constitution;
(4) fostering fraternal relations among all branches of the Armed Forces;
(5) encouraging the adoption of a suitable policy of national security; and
(6) encouraging the commemoration of military service and the establishment of war memorials.
(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1384.)
| Revised Section | Source (U.S. Code) | Source (Statutes at Large) |
|---|---|---|
| 140703 | 36:5003. | Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–484, title XVIII, §1803, 106 Stat. 2582. |
The word "objects" is omitted as unnecessary.
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