36 U.S.C. § 40726 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 407 / Subchapter II / Section 40726: Allowances for junior competitors
Allowances for junior competitors
Status: in_force

(a) Definition.—In this section, a "junior competitor" is a competitor at the National Matches, a small-arms firing school, a competition in connection with the National Matches, or a special clinic under section 40725 of this title who is—

(1) less than 18 years of age; or

(2) a member of a gun club organized for the students of a college or university.

(b) Subsistence Allowance.—A junior competitor may be paid a subsistence allowance in an amount prescribed by the Secretary of the Army.

(c) Travel Allowance.—A junior competitor may be paid a travel allowance in an amount prescribed by the Secretary instead of travel expenses and subsistence while traveling. The travel allowance for the return trip may be paid in advance.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1338.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40726(a) (words before cl. (1))
10:4313(a)(1) (words before "may be paid").
 

40726(a) (less words before cl. (1))
10:4313(b).
 

40726(b)
10:4313(a)(1) (words beginning "may be paid").
 

40726(c)
10:4313(a)(2).
 

In this section, the provisions for a junior competitor to be paid a subsistence allowance and a travel allowance prescribed by "the Secretary of the Army" are retained notwithstanding section 1612(d) of The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1996 (Public Law 104–106, 110 Stat. 517) which transferred the Civilian Marksmanship Program, including the National Matches, from the Secretary of the Army to the corporation. The conforming amendments in section 1624 of the Act (110 Stat. 522) did not repeal the authority of the Secretary of the Army to prescribe National Matches under 10:4312 or to prescribe subsistence and travel allowances for competitors under 10:4313.
36 U.S.C. § 220311 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2203 / Section 220311: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of trustees, and committees having any of the authority of its board of trustees; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1465.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220311
36:1212.
Oct. 20, 1978, Pub. L. 95–493, §12, 92 Stat. 1646.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 40728 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 407 / Subchapter II / Section 40728: Transfer of firearms, ammunition, and parts
Transfer of firearms, ammunition, and parts
Status: in_force

(a) Required Transfers.—In accordance with subsection (b) of this section, the Secretary of the Army shall transfer to the corporation all firearms and ammunition that, on February 9, 1996, were under the control of the director of civilian marksmanship (as that position existed under section 4307 of title 10 on February 9, 1996), including—

(1) all firearms on loan to affiliated clubs and State associations;

(2) all firearms in the possession of the Civilian Marksmanship Support Detachment; and

(3) all M–1 Garand and caliber .22 rimfire rifles stored at Defense Distribution Depot, Anniston, Anniston, Alabama.

(b) Time for Transfers.—The Secretary shall transfer firearms and ammunition under subsection (a) of this section as and when necessary to enable the corporation—

(1) to issue or loan firearms or ammunition under section 40731 of this title; or

(2) to sell firearms or ammunition under section 40732 of this title.

(c) Vesting of Title in Transferred Items.—Title to an item transferred to the corporation under this section shall vest in the corporation—

(1) on the issuance of the item to an eligible recipient under section 40731 of this title; or

(2) immediately before the corporation delivers the item to a purchaser in accordance with a contract for sale of the item that is authorized under section 40732 of this title.

(d) Storage of Firearms.—Firearms stored at Defense Distribution Depot, Anniston, Anniston, Alabama, before February 10, 1996, and used for the Civilian Marksmanship Program (as that program existed under section 4308(e) of title 10 before February 10, 1996), shall remain at that facility or another storage facility designated by the Secretary, without cost to the corporation, until the firearms are issued, loaned, or sold by the corporation, or otherwise transferred to the corporation.

(e) Discretionary Transfer of Parts.—The Secretary may transfer from the inventory of the Department of the Army to the corporation any part from a rifle designated to be demilitarized.

(f) Limitation on Demilitarization of M–1 Rifles.—After February 10, 1996, the Secretary may not demilitarize an M–1 Garand rifle in the inventory of the Army unless the Defense Logistics Agency decides the rifle is unserviceable.

(g) Cost of Transfers.—A transfer of firearms, ammunition, or parts to the corporation under this section shall be made without cost to the corporation, except that the corporation shall assume the cost of preparation and transportation of firearms and ammunition transferred under this section.

(h) Authorized Transfers.—(1) Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary may transfer to the corporation, in accordance with the procedure prescribed in this subchapter, surplus caliber .45 M1911/M1911A1 pistols and spare parts and related accessories for those pistols that, on the date of the enactment of this subsection, are under the control of the Secretary and are surplus to the requirements of the Department of the Army, and such material as may be recovered by the Secretary pursuant to section 40728A(a) of this title. The Secretary shall determine a reasonable schedule for the transfer of such surplus pistols.

(2) The Secretary may not transfer more than 10,000 surplus caliber .45 M1911/M1911A1 pistols to the corporation during any year and may only transfer such pistols as long as pistols described in paragraph (1) remain available for transfer.

(i) Authorized Navy Transfers.—(1) Notwithstanding subsections (a) and (b), the Secretary of the Navy may transfer to the corporation, in accordance with the procedures prescribed in this subchapter, M–1 Garand and caliber .22 rimfire rifles held within the inventories of the United States Navy and the United States Marine Corps and stored at Defense Distribution Depot, Anniston, Alabama, or Naval Surface Warfare Center, Crane, Indiana, as of the date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018.

(2) The items specified for transfer under paragraph (1)—

(A) shall be used as awards for competitors in marksmanship competitions held by the United States Marine Corps or the United States Navy and may not be resold; and

(B) shall be rendered inoperable prior to award and transfer to marksmanship competitors.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1339; Pub. L. 114–92, div. A, title X, §1087(a)(1), Nov. 25, 2015, 129 Stat. 1012; Pub. L. 115–91, div. A, title III, §349, Dec. 12, 2017, 131 Stat. 1366.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40728(a)
36:5505(a).
Feb. 10, 1996, Pub. L. 104–106, title XVI, §§1615, 1616(b), (c), 110 Stat. 518, 519; Sept. 23, 1996, Pub. L. 104–201, title X, §1073(c)(1), (2), 110 Stat. 2657.

40728(b)
36:5505(b).
 

40728(c)
36:5505(d).
 

40728(d)
36:5506(b).
 

40728(e)
36:5505(c).
 

40728(f)
36:5506(c).
 

40728(g)
36:5505(e).
 

In subsection (a), the words "director of civilian marksmanship (as that position existed under section 4307 of title 10 on February 9, 1996)" are substituted for "Director of the Civilian Marksmanship Program" to avoid confusion with the office of the Director of Civilian Marksmanship created on February 10, 1996, by section 1611(d) of The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 1996 (Public Law 104–106, 110 Stat. 516).

In subsection (b), the words "firearms or ammunition" are substituted for "such items" for clarity. In clause (2), the words "to purchasers" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c)(1), the words "eligible recipient" are substituted for "recipient eligible . . . to receive the item" to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (c)(2), the word "purchaser" is substituted for "purchaser of the item" to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (d), the words "(as that program existed under section 4308(e) of title 10 before February 10, 1996)" are added for clarity. The words "issued, loaned, or sold by the corporation" are substituted for "issued, loaned, or sold by" for clarity.

In subsection (e), the words "transfer . . . to" are substituted for "make available to" for consistency in the revised section and in consideration of the words "transfer of . . . parts to" in 36:5505(e).

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Sections 4307 and 4308 of title 10, referred to in subsecs. (a) and (d), were repealed by Pub. L. 104–106, div. A, title XVI, §1624(a)(1), Feb. 10, 1996, 110 Stat. 522.

The date of the enactment of this subsection, referred to in subsec. (h)(1), is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 114–92, which was approved Nov. 25, 2015.

The date of the enactment of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018, referred to in subsec. (i), is the date of enactment of Pub. L. 115–91, which was approved Dec. 12, 2017.

Amendments

2017—Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 115–91 added subsec. (i).

2015—Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 114–92 added subsec. (h).

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Transfers of Surplus Firearms to Corporation for the Promotion of Rifle Practice and Firearms Safety: Pilot Program and Limitation

Pub. L. 114–92, div. A, title X, §1087(b), (c), Nov. 25, 2015, 129 Stat. 1013, 1014, which related to a one-year pilot program under which the Secretary could transfer to the Corporation for the Promotion of Rifle Practice and Firearms Safety certain firearms, was repealed by Pub. L. 115–91, div. A, title X, §1091(c), Dec. 12, 2017, 131 Stat. 1608.
36 U.S.C. § 30703 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 307 / Section 30703: Membership
Membership
Status: in_force

(a) Eligibility.—Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(b) Voting.—Each member has one vote in the conduct of official business of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1323.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30703
36:506.
July 19, 1954, ch. 536, §6, 68 Stat. 491.
36 U.S.C. § 190309 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1903 / Section 190309: Duty to maintain tax-exempt status
Duty to maintain tax-exempt status
Status: in_force

The corporation shall maintain its status as an organization exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.).

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1450.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

190309
36:5114 (1st sentence).
Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–484, title XVIII, §1835 (1st sentence), 106 Stat. 2586.
36 U.S.C. § 40704 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 407 / Subchapter I / Section 40704: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Profit.—The corporation may not operate for profit.

(b) Use of Amounts Collected.—Amounts collected under section 40703(3) and (5) of this title, including proceeds from the sale of firearms, ammunition, repair parts, and other supplies, may be used only to support the Civilian Marksmanship Program.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1336.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40704(a)
36:5501(a) (related to nonprofit).
Feb. 10, 1996, Pub. L. 104–106, title XVI, §§1611(a) (related to nonprofit), 1618(a)(3), 110 Stat. 515, 520.

40704(b)
36:5508(a)(3).
 

In subsection (b), the words "ammunition, repair parts, and other supplies" are substituted for "ammunition, targets, and other supplies and appliances" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 140704 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1407 / Section 140704: Membership
Membership
Status: in_force

(a) Eligibility.—Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the articles of incorporation and bylaws.

(b) Nondiscrimination.—The terms of membership may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1385.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

140704(a)
36:5005.
Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–484, title XVIII, §§1805, 1808 (related to membership), 106 Stat. 2582.

140704(b)
36:5008 (related to membership).
 

In subsection (a), the words "Except as provided in this chapter" are substituted for "Except as provided in section 5008 of this title" for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (b), the words "The terms of membership" are substituted for "In establishing the conditions of membership in the corporation" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 151911 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1519 / Section 151911: Distribution of assets on dissolution or final liquidation
Distribution of assets on dissolution or final liquidation
Status: in_force

On dissolution or final liquidation of the corporation, any assets remaining after the discharge of all liabilities shall be distributed as provided by the board of directors, but in compliance with the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1410.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151911
36:615.
Aug. 28, 1954, ch. 1036, §15, 68 Stat. 895.

The word "satisfaction" is omitted as included in "discharge", and the word "obligations" is omitted as included in "liabilities". The words "outstanding" and "all Federal and State laws applicable thereto" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 22505 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 225 / Section 22505: Exclusive right to name
Exclusive right to name
Status: in_force

The corporation and its State, territorial, and local subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name "American War Mothers".

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1305.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22505
36:100.
Feb. 24, 1925, ch. 303, §10, 43 Stat. 968.

The words "to have" are omitted as included in "to use". The words "in carrying out its business purposes" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 140510 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1405 / Section 140510: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to the business address of the agent, is notice to or service on the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1384.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

140510
36:825(b).
Aug. 26, 1958, Pub. L. 85–761, §5(b), 72 Stat. 857.

The words "at all times" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 140412 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1404 / Section 140412: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

In this chapter, the term "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Added Pub. L. 111–95, §1(a), Nov. 6, 2009, 123 Stat. 3003.)
36 U.S.C. § 60110 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 601 / Section 60110: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1347.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

60110
36:4804.
Nov. 5, 1990, Pub. L. 101–510, title XVI, §1604, 104 Stat. 1737.

The words "in furtherance of its corporate purposes" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 152601 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1526 / Section 152601: Renumbered §§90101 to 90112
Renumbered §§90101 to 90112
Status: renumbered

[§§152601 to 152612. Renumbered §§90101 to 90112]

Editorial Notes

Codification

Former chapter 1526 of this title, which consisted of sections 152601 to 152612, was renumbered chapter 901 of this title and transferred to follow the placeholder for chapters 807 to 899 of this title, and sections 152601 to 152612 were renumbered sections 90101 to 90112 of this title, respectively.
36 U.S.C. § 170106 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1701 / Section 170106: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Profit.—The corporation may not engage in business for profit.

(b) Stock.—The corporation may not issue stock.

(c) Political Activities.—The corporation shall be nonpolitical and may not provide financial aid to, or otherwise promote the candidacy of, an individual seeking public office.

(d) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a director, officer, member, or employee during the life of the corporation or on its dissolution or final liquidation. This subsection does not prevent the payment of reasonable compensation to an officer or employee or reimbursement for actual necessary expenses in amounts approved by the board of directors.

(e) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan to a director, officer, member, or employee. Directors who vote for or assent to making such a loan, and officers who participate in making the loan, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan until it is repaid.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1441.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

170106(a), (b)
36:1155.
Aug. 11, 1971, Pub. L. 92–93, §§5, 6, 14, 85 Stat. 318, 319.

170106(c)
36:1156.
 

170106(d)
36:1164(a).
 

170106(e)
36:1164(b).
 

In subsection (a), the words "pecuniary" and "or gain" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the word "capital" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "as an organization" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (d), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 125 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 125: National Grandparents Day
National Grandparents Day
Status: in_force

The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation—

(1) designating the first Sunday in September after Labor Day as National Grandparents Day; and

(2) calling on the people of the United States and interested groups and organizations to observe National Grandparents Day with appropriate ceremonies and activities.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1259.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

125
36:142b.
Sept. 6, 1979, Pub. L. 96–62, 93 Stat. 410.
36 U.S.C. § 21904 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 219 / Section 21904: Exclusive right to name
Exclusive right to name
Status: in_force

The corporation and its State and local branches and subdivisions have the exclusive right to use the name "The American National Theater and Academy".

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1299.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

21904
36:3305.
July 5, 1935, ch. 373, §5, 49 Stat. 458.

The word "sole" is omitted as included in "exclusive". The words "to have" are omitted as included in "to use". The words "in carrying out its purposes" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 302 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 3 / Section 302: National motto
National motto
Status: in_force

"In God we trust" is the national motto.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1263; Pub. L. 107–293, §3(a), Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2060.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

302
36:186.
July 30, 1956, ch. 795, 70 Stat. 732.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2002—Pub. L. 107–293 reenacted section catchline and text without change.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Reaffirmation of Language

Pub. L. 107–293, §3(b), Nov. 13, 2002, 116 Stat. 2061, provided that: "In codifying this subsection [probably should be "section", meaning section 3 of Pub. L. 107–293, which amended this section], the Office of the Law Revision Counsel shall make no change in section 302, title 36, United States Code, but shall show in the historical and statutory notes that the 107th Congress reaffirmed the exact language that has appeared in the Motto for decades."
36 U.S.C. § 110109 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1101 / Section 110109: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors, and committees having any of the authority of its board of directors; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1368.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

110109
36:2710.
Aug. 21, 1984, Pub. L. 98–391, §10, 98 Stat. 1360.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code. The words "Nothing in this section shall be construed to contravene any applicable State law" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 140411 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1404 / Section 140411: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit to Congress an annual report on the activities of the corporation during the preceding fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as the report of the audit required by section 10101(b) of this title. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Added Pub. L. 111–95, §1(a), Nov. 6, 2009, 123 Stat. 3003.)
36 U.S.C. § 240108 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2401 / Section 240108: Duty to maintain tax-exempt status
Duty to maintain tax-exempt status
Status: in_force

The corporation shall maintain its status as an organization exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.).

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1489.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

240108
36:3114 (1st sentence).
Oct. 30, 1984, Pub. L. 98–584, §15 (1st sentence), 98 Stat. 3099.
36 U.S.C. § 151904 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1519 / Section 151904: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Directors.—(1) The board of directors is the governing body of the corporation. Between meetings of the members of the corporation, the board is responsible for the general policies and program of the corporation and for the control of all funds of the corporation.

(2) The number of directors, their manner of selection (including the filling of vacancies), and their term of office are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation. However—

(A) the corporation shall have at least 15 but not more than 25 directors; and

(B) at least four of the directors shall be members of the medical profession.

(b) Officers.—(1) The officers of the corporation are a chairman of the board of directors, a president, one or more vice presidents as provided in the constitution and bylaws, a secretary, a treasurer, and one or more assistant secretaries and assistant treasurers as provided in the constitution and bylaws.

(2) The manner of election, term of office, and duties of the officers are as provided in the constitution and bylaws.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1408.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151904(a)
36:607.
Aug. 28, 1954, ch. 1036, §§7, 8, 68 Stat. 893.

151904(b)
36:608.
 

In subsection (a), the text of 36:607(a) is omitted as obsolete. In paragraph (1), the words "control of all funds of the corporation" are substituted for "control of all contributed funds as may be raised by the corporation" to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 130106 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1301 / Section 130106: Exclusive right to name, seals, emblems, and badges
Exclusive right to name, seals, emblems, and badges
Status: in_force

The corporation and its subordinate divisions have the exclusive right to use the name "Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic". The corporation has the exclusive right to use and to allow others to use seals, emblems, and badges the corporation adopts.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1372.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

130106
36:78o.
June 17, 1959, Pub. L. 86–47, §16, 73 Stat. 79.

The word "sole" is omitted as included in "exclusive". The words "allow others to use" are substituted for "allow or refuse the use of", and the words "the corporation adopts" are substituted for "as have heretofore been used by the Ladies of the Grand Army of the Republic", for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 2302 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 23 / Section 2302: Functions of the Council; membership
Functions of the Council; membership
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The United States Holocaust Memorial Council (hereafter in this chapter referred to as the "Council") shall be the board of trustees of the Museum and shall have overall governance responsibility for the Museum, including policy guidance and strategic direction, general oversight of Museum operations, and fiduciary responsibility. The Council shall establish an Executive Committee which shall exercise ongoing governance responsibility when the Council is not in session.

(b) Composition of Council; Appointment; Vacancies.—The Council shall consist of 65 voting members appointed (except as otherwise provided in this section) by the President and the following ex officio nonvoting members:

(1) One appointed by the Secretary of the Interior.

(2) One appointed by the Secretary of State.

(3) One appointed by the Secretary of Education.

Of the 65 voting members, five shall be appointed by the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives from among Members of the United States House of Representatives and five shall be appointed by the President pro tempore of the United States Senate upon the recommendation of the majority and minority leaders from among Members of the United States Senate. Any vacancy in the Council shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment was made.

(c) Term of Office.—

(1) Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, Council members shall serve for 5-year terms.

(2) The terms of the five Members of the United States House of Representatives and the five Members of the United States Senate appointed during any term of Congress shall expire at the end of such term of Congress.

(3) Any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the term for which his predecessor was appointed shall be appointed only for the remainder of such term. A member, other than a Member of Congress appointed by the Speaker of the United States House of Representatives or the President pro tempore of the United States Senate, may serve after the expiration of his term until his successor has taken office.

(d) Chairperson and Vice Chairperson; Term of Office.—The Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of the Council shall be appointed by the President from among the members of the Council and such Chairperson and Vice Chairperson shall each serve for terms of 5 years.

(e) Reappointment.—Members whose terms expire may be reappointed, and the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson may be reappointed to those offices.

(f) Bylaws.—The Council shall adopt bylaws to carry out its functions under this chapter. The Chairperson may waive a bylaw when the Chairperson decides that waiver is in the best interest of the Council. Immediately after waiving a bylaw, the Chairperson shall send written notice of the waiver to every voting member of the Council. The waiver becomes final 30 days after the notice is sent unless a majority of Council members disagree in writing before the end of the 30-day period.

(g) Quorum.—One-third of the members of the Council shall constitute a quorum, and any vacancy in the Council shall not affect its powers to function.

(h) Associated Committees.—Subject to appointment by the Chairperson, an individual who is not a member of the Council may be designated as a member of a committee associated with the Council. Such an individual shall serve without cost to the Federal Government.

(Added Pub. L. 106–292, §1, Oct. 12, 2000, 114 Stat. 1031.)

Editorial Notes

Prior Provisions

A prior section 2302, Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1277, related to the membership of the Holocaust Memorial Council, prior to the general amendment of this chapter by Pub. L. 106–292.
36 U.S.C. § 220312 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2203 / Section 220312: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to the business address of the agent, is notice to or service on the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1465.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220312
36:1205(b).
Oct. 20, 1978, Pub. L. 95–493, §5(b) 92 Stat. 1644.

The words "at all times" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "to receive" are substituted for "authorized to accept", and the words "is notice to or service on" are substituted for "shall be deemed as service or notice upon", for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 200308 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200308: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Trenton, New Jersey, or another place decided by the council of administration. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted in the District of Columbia and throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1454.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200308
36:539(a).
Aug. 20, 1954, ch. 774, §9(a), 68 Stat. 751.

The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 23104 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 231 / Section 23104: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Trustees.—(1) The board of trustees is the governing body of the corporation. Between meetings of the members of the corporation, the board is responsible for the general policies and program of the corporation and for the control of all funds of the corporation.

(2) The number of trustees, their manner of selection (including the filling of vacancies), and their term of office are as provided in the bylaws. However, the board shall have at least 18 members.

(3) The board may appoint committees. Each committee has the powers provided in the bylaws or by resolution of the board. The powers of a committee may include all the powers of the board.

(b) Officers.—(1) The officers of the corporation are a president, one or more vice presidents as provided in the bylaws, a secretary, a treasurer, and other officers as provided in the bylaws.

(2) The manner of election, term of office, and duties of the officers are as provided in the bylaws.

(c)(1) Board of Nominations.—The board of trustees shall appoint a board of nominations, consisting of at least 24 members, from members of the corporation not concurrently serving as members of the board of trustees. Those individuals serve for the term provided in the bylaws.

(2) The board of nominations shall nominate United States citizens or residents to be honored by the corporation and recommend those persons to the board of trustees for consideration as provided in the bylaws.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1312.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

23104(a)
36:4307(a)–(c) (1st sentence, last sentence words after semicolon).
July 14, 1964, Pub. L. 88–372, §§7–9, 78 Stat. 316.

23104(b)
36:4308.
 

23104(c)
36:4307(c) (last sentence words before semicolon).
36:4309.

In subsection (a)(1), the text of 36:4307(a) is omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (a)(3), the words "and exercise" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c)(1), the words "from members of the corporation" are substituted for "from the membership of the corporation" in 36:4307(c) and "those persons named in section 4301 of this title, their survivors and such additional persons, if any, as shall be named by them" in 36:4309(a) for clarity and to eliminate executed and unnecessary words.

In subsection (c)(2), the words "shall nominate" are substituted for "shall be the designated body of the corporation to nominate" in 36:4309(b) for clarity and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 119 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 119: National Day of Prayer
National Day of Prayer
Status: in_force

The President shall issue each year a proclamation designating the first Thursday in May as a National Day of Prayer on which the people of the United States may turn to God in prayer and meditation at churches, in groups, and as individuals.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

119
36:169h.
Apr. 17, 1952, ch. 216, 66 Stat. 64; May 5, 1988, Pub. L. 100–307, 102 Stat. 456.
36 U.S.C. § 40729 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 407 / Subchapter II / Section 40729: Reservation of firearms, ammunition, and parts
Reservation of firearms, ammunition, and parts
Status: in_force

(a) Reservation.—The Secretary of the Army shall reserve for the corporation—

(1) firearms described in subsections (a) and (h) of section 40728 of this title;

(2) ammunition for firearms described in subsections (a) and (h) of section 40728 of this title;

(3) M–16 rifles held by the Department of the Army on February 10, 1996, and used to support the small-arms firing school; and

(4) parts from, and other supplies for, surplus caliber .30 and caliber .22 rimfire rifles and caliber .45 M1911/M1911A1 surplus pistols.

(b) Exception.—This section does not supersede the authority provided in section 1208 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991 (Public Law 101–189; 10 U.S.C. 372 note).

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1339; Pub. L. 114–92, div. A, title X, §1087(a)(2)(B), Nov. 25, 2015, 129 Stat. 1013.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40729(a)
36:5506(a).
Feb. 10, 1996, Pub. L. 104–106, title XVI, §1616(a), (d), 110 Stat. 519.

40729(b)
36:5506(d).
 

In subsection (a)(4), the words "other supplies" are substituted for "accessories and accouterments" for consistency in the revised title.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 1208 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Years 1990 and 1991, referred to in subsec. (b), is section 1208 of Pub. L. 101–189, div. A, title XII, Nov. 29, 1989, 103 Stat. 1566, which was set out as a note under section 372 of Title 10, Armed Forces, and was repealed and restated in section 2576a of Title 10 by Pub. L. 104–201, div. A, title X, §1033(a)(1), (b)(1), Sept. 23, 1996, 110 Stat. 2639, 2640. Section 372 of Title 10 was renumbered section 272 by Pub. L. 114–328, div. A, title XII, §1241(a)(2), Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2497.

Amendments

2015—Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 114–92, §1087(a)(2)(B)(i), substituted "subsections (a) and (h) of section 40728" for "section 40728(a)".

Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 114–92, §1087(a)(2)(B)(ii), substituted "subsections (a) and (h) of section 40728" for "40728(a)".

Subsec. (a)(4). Pub. L. 114–92, §1087(a)(2)(B)(iii), inserted "and caliber .45 M1911/M1911A1 surplus pistols" after "caliber .30 and caliber .22 rimfire rifles".
36 U.S.C. § 40509 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 405 / Section 40509: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to the business address of the agent, is notice to or service on the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1334.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40509
36:795(b).
Aug. 14, 1958, Pub. L. 85–642, §5(b), 72 Stat. 598.

The words "at all times" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "service of process" are substituted for "service and process" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 20909 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 209 / Section 20909: Duty to maintain corporate and tax-exempt status
Duty to maintain corporate and tax-exempt status
Status: in_force

(a) Corporate Status.—The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Washington.

(b) Tax-Exempt Status.—The corporation shall maintain its status as an organization exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.).

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1291.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

20909(a)
36:2108(f).
Aug. 10, 1982, Pub. L. 97–234, §§8(f), 15 (1st sentence), 96 Stat. 262, 263.

20909(b)
36:2114 (1st sentence).
 

In subsection (a), the words "organized and" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 140 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 140: Stephen Foster Memorial Day
Stephen Foster Memorial Day
Status: in_force

The President may issue each year a proclamation—

(1) designating January 13 as Stephen Foster Memorial Day; and

(2) calling on the people of the United States to observe Stephen Foster Memorial Day with appropriate ceremonies, pilgrimages to his shrines, and musical programs featuring his compositions.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1262.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

140
36:158.
Oct. 27, 1951, ch. 593, 65 Stat. 659.
36 U.S.C. § 70908 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 709 / Section 70908: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The FFA may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Political Activities.—The FFA or a director, officer, or member acting on behalf of the FFA may not contribute to, support, or assist a political party or candidate for elective public office.

(c) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the FFA may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a director, officer, or member, except on dissolution or final liquidation of the FFA.

(d) Loans.—The FFA may not make a loan to a director, officer, or employee. Directors who vote for or assent to making a loan to a director, officer, or employee, and officers who participate in making the loan, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan until it is repaid.

(e) Prizes, Awards, Grants, or Loans to Student Officers and Members Meeting Criteria.—This section does not preclude prizes, awards, grants, or loans to student officers and members meeting the criteria established by the board of directors for selecting recipients of those benefits.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1358; Pub. L. 116–7, §9, Feb. 21, 2019, 133 Stat. 481.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

70908(a)
36:282.
Aug. 30, 1950, ch. 823, §§9, 10, 12, 64 Stat. 566.

70908(b)
36:280.
 

70908(c)
36:279(a).
 

70908(d)
36:279(b).
 

70908(e)
36:279(c).
 

In subsection (a), the words "any shares or" and "its objects and purposes being solely educational" are omitted as unnecessary and for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (c), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title. The words "as provided in section 285 of this title" are omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2019—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116–7, §9(1), substituted "FFA" for "corporation".

Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 116–7, §9(2), substituted "FFA or a director, officer, or member acting on behalf of the FFA" for "corporation or a director, officer, or member as such".

Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 116–7, §9(3), substituted "FFA" for "corporation" in two places.

Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 116–7, §9(4), substituted "FFA" for "corporation" in first sentence.
36 U.S.C. § 152508 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1525 / Section 152508: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Chicago, Illinois, or another place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1417.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

152508
36:465(a).
Aug. 13, 1953, ch. 429, §5(a), 67 Stat. 570.

The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 903 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 9 / Section 903: Designation of Medal of Honor Flag
Designation of Medal of Honor Flag
Status: in_force

(a) Designation.—The Secretary of Defense shall design and designate a flag as the Medal of Honor Flag. In selecting the design for the flag, the Secretary shall consider designs submitted by the general public.

(b) Presentation.—The Medal of Honor Flag shall be presented as specified in sections 7285, 8307, and 9285 of title 10 and section 505 1 of title 14.

(Added Pub. L. 107–248, title VIII, §8143(b)(1), Oct. 23, 2002, 116 Stat. 1570; amended Pub. L. 115–232, div. A, title VIII, §809(l)(1), Aug. 13, 2018, 132 Stat. 1843.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 505 of title 14, referred to in subsec. (b), was redesignated section 2734 of title 14 by Pub. L. 115–282, title I, §116(b)(2), Dec. 4, 2018, 132 Stat. 4226, and references to section 505 of title 14 deemed to refer to such redesignated section, see section 123(b)(1) of Pub. L. 115–282, set out as a References to Sections of Title 14 as Redesignated by Pub. L. 115–282 note preceding section 101 of Title 14, Coast Guard.

Amendments

2018—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 115–232 substituted "sections 7285, 8307, and 9285 of title 10" for "sections 3755, 6257, and 8755 of title 10".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2018 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 115–232 effective Feb. 1, 2019, with provision for the coordination of amendments and special rule for certain redesignations, see section 800 of Pub. L. 115–232, set out as a note preceding section 3001 of Title 10, Armed Forces.

Findings

Pub. L. 107–248, title VIII, §8143(a), Oct. 23, 2002, 116 Stat. 1570, provided that: "Congress finds that—

"(1) the Medal of Honor is the highest award for valor in action against an enemy force which can be bestowed upon an individual serving in the Armed Forces of the United States;

"(2) the Medal of Honor was established by Congress during the Civil War to recognize soldiers who had distinguished themselves by gallantry in action;

"(3) the Medal of Honor was conceived by Senator James Grimes of the State of Iowa in 1861; and

"(4) the Medal of Honor is the Nation's highest military honor, awarded for acts of personal bravery or self-sacrifice above and beyond the call of duty."

Presentation of Medal of Honor Flag

Pub. L. 107–248, title VIII, §8143(d), Oct. 23, 2002, 116 Stat. 1571, required the President to provide for the expeditious presentation of the Medal of Honor Flag designated under this section to each person awarded the Medal of Honor before Oct. 23, 2002, who was living as of that date.

1 See References in Text note below.
36 U.S.C. § 220104 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2201 / Section 220104: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Governors.—(1) The board of governors is the governing body of the corporation. The board is responsible for the general policies and program of the corporation and for the control of the affairs and property of the corporation.

(2) The board shall be elected by the members of the corporation for the term and in the classes provided in the bylaws of the corporation. The board includes—

(A) six members appointed by the President;

(B) the Secretary of Defense or the Secretary's designee; and

(C) representatives of the civilian organizations listed in section 220102(4) of this title, and of the public at large, as provided in the bylaws.

(3) The corporation may have other governing bodies or committees as provided in the bylaws.

(b) Officers.—(1) The office of honorary chairman of the corporation shall be offered to the President. On acceptance, the honorary chairman shall be invited to preside at meetings of the corporation that the honorary chairman deems appropriate and convenient.

(2) The corporation may have other officers as provided in the bylaws.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1460; Pub. L. 109–284, §5(11), Sept. 27, 2006, 120 Stat. 1212.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220104(a)
36:1305(b), (c).
Dec. 29, 1979, Pub. L. 96–165, §5(b)–(d), 93 Stat. 1270.

220104(b)
36:1305(d).
 

In subsection (a)(1), the words "The board of governors is the governing body of the corporation" are substituted for "The management of the corporation shall be entrusted to a board of governors" for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (a)(2), the text of 36:1305(b) (2d sentence) and the word "Thereafter" are omitted as executed and obsolete.

In subsection (b)(1), the word "offered" is substituted for "tendered" to use a more common word.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2006—Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 109–284 substituted "Defense" for "State".
36 U.S.C. § 220712 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2207 / Section 220712: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as the report of the audit required by section 10101 of this title. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1480.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220712
36:1811.
Nov. 20, 1981, Pub. L. 97–83, §12, 95 Stat. 1096.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 207 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 22710 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 227 / Section 22710: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

(a) District of Columbia.—The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to the business address of the agent, is notice to or service on the corporation.

(b) States.—As a condition to the exercise of any power or privilege granted by this chapter, the corporation shall file, with the secretary of state or other designated official of each State, the name and address of an agent in that State on whom legal process or demands against the corporation may be served.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1308.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22710(a)
36:67k.
July 23, 1947, ch. 298, §12, 61 Stat. 407.

22710(b)
36:67q.
July 23, 1947, ch. 298, §18, 61 Stat. 408; Aug. 15, 1977, Pub. L. 95–98, §1(a), 91 Stat. 830.

In subsection (b), the words "precedent", "herein", and "or conferred" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "file, with the secretary of state or other designated official" are substituted for "serve notice on the secretary of state" for consistency in the revised title. The word "authorized" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 20101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 201 / Section 20101: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—Agricultural Hall of Fame (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1284.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

20101(a)
36:971.
Aug. 31, 1960, Pub. L. 86–680, §§1, 2, 4(1), 16, 74 Stat. 572, 574, 577.

 
36:972.
 

20101(b)
36:974(1).
 

 
36:986.
 

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate executed and unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 70506 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 705 / Section 70506: Exclusive right to name
Exclusive right to name
Status: in_force

The corporation has the exclusive right to use the name "The Foundation of the Federal Bar Association".

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1353.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

70506
36:587.
Aug. 24, 1954, ch. 911, §17, 68 Stat. 800.
36 U.S.C. § 151303 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1513 / Section 151303: Board of directors
Board of directors
Status: in_force

(a) General.—The board of directors is the governing body of the corporation.

(b) Members and Appointment.—(1) The Administrator of the United States Fire Administration of the Federal Emergency Management Agency is an ex officio nonvoting member of the board. The Administrator appoints the voting members of the board.

(2) The board consists of the following 12 voting members:

(A) one active volunteer firefighter;

(B) one active career firefighter;

(C) one United States Government firefighter; and

(D) nine individuals who have a demonstrated interest in the fire service.

(3) The terms of office of the voting members are 6 years (except for the initial members). The terms shall be staggered so that the terms of 4 members expire every 2 years.

(4) A vacancy on the board shall be filled within 60 days in the manner in which the original appointment was made.

(c) Chairman.—The chairman shall be elected by the board from its voting members for a 2-year term.

(d) Quorum.—A majority of the current membership of the board is a quorum.

(e) Meetings.—The board shall meet at the call of the chairman at least once a year. If a member of the board misses 3 consecutive meetings, that member may be removed from the board and that vacancy may be filled as provided in subsection (b)(4) of this section.

(f) Status and Compensation.—

(1) Appointment to the board shall not constitute employment by or the holding of an office of the United States.

(2) Members of the board shall serve without compensation.

(g) Liability.—Members of the board are not personally liable, except for gross negligence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1399; Pub. L. 105–354, §1(8), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3244; Pub. L. 106–503, title I, §113(b), Nov. 13, 2000, 114 Stat. 2304; Pub. L. 108–169, title II, §206(a), Dec. 6, 2003, 117 Stat. 2040; Pub. L. 109–284, §5(9), Sept. 27, 2006, 120 Stat. 1212.)

Historical and Revision Notes
Pub. L. 105–225

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151303(a)
36:5202(a)(1) (words before 1st comma).
Oct. 26, 1992, Pub. L. 102–522, title II, §§203(a)–(f), 204(c)(2) (words after 2d comma), 106 Stat. 3417, 3419.

151303(b)
36:5202(a)(1) (words after 1st comma), (2), (b), (c).
 

151303(c)
36:5202(d).
 

151303(d)
36:5202(e).
 

151303(e)
36:5202(f).
 

151303(f)
36:5202(a)(3), (4).
 

151303(g)
36:5203(c)(2) (words after 2d comma).
 

Subsection (a) is substituted for "The Foundation shall have a governing Board of Directors (hereafter in this chapter referred to as the 'Board')" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (b)(1), the words "(hereafter in this chapter referred to as the 'Administrator')" in 36:5202(a)(2) are omitted as unnecessary. The words "Within 3 months after October 26, 1992" in 36:5202(b) are omitted as obsolete.

Subsection (b)(3) is substituted for 36:5202(b) (last sentence) to eliminate obsolete and unnecessary words.

In subsection (d), the words "for the transaction of business" are omitted as unnecessary.

Subsection (f)(1) is substituted for "Appointment to the Board shall not constitute employment by, or the holding of an office of, the United States for the purposes of any Federal law" to eliminate unnecessary words.

Pub. L. 105–354

This amends subsections (f) and (g) of section 151303 of title 36, as enacted by section 1 of Public Law 105–225 (Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1400). The amendment clarifies the restatement of 36:5202(a)(3) by making it clear that appointment to the board of directors of the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation does not constitute appointment as an officer or employee of the United States Government for the purpose of any law of the United States.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2006—Subsec. (c). Pub. L. 109–284 substituted "The chairman" for "The Chairman".

2003—Subsec. (b)(2). Pub. L. 108–169, §206(a)(1), (2), substituted "12" for "9" in introductory provisions and "nine" for "six" in subpar. (D).

Subsec. (b)(3). Pub. L. 108–169, §206(a)(3), substituted "4 members" for "3 members".

2000—Subsec. (f). Pub. L. 106–503, §113(b)(1), added subsec. (f) and struck out heading and text of former subsec. (f). Text read as follows: "Appointment to the board does not constitute appointment as an officer or employee of the United States Government for the purpose of any law of the United States."

Subsecs. (g), (h). Pub. L. 106–503, §113(b), redesignated subsec. (h) as (g) and struck out heading and text of former subsec. (g). Text read as follows: "Members of the board serve without compensation."

1998—Subsecs. (f) to (h). Pub. L. 105–354 amended subsecs. (f) and (g) generally and added subsec. (h). Prior to amendment, subsecs. (f) and (g) read as follows:

"(f) Status and Compensation.—Members of the board—

"(1) are not officers or employees of the United States Government; and

"(2) serve without compensation.

"(g) Liability of Directors.—Members of the board are not personally liable, except for gross negligence."

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 1998 Amendment

Pub. L. 105–354, §3, Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3245, provided that: "The amendment made by section 1(8) of this Act [amending this section] shall take effect as if included in the provisions of Public Law 105–225, as of the date of enactment of Public Law 105–225 [Aug. 12, 1998]."

Transfer of Functions

For transfer of all functions, personnel, assets, components, authorities, grant programs, and liabilities of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, including the functions of the Under Secretary for Federal Emergency Management relating thereto, to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, see section 315(a)(1) of Title 6, Domestic Security.

For transfer of functions, personnel, assets, and liabilities of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, including the functions of the Director of the Federal Emergency Management Agency relating thereto, to the Secretary of Homeland Security, and for treatment of related references, see former section 313(1) and sections 551(d), 552(d), and 557 of Title 6, Domestic Security, and the Department of Homeland Security Reorganization Plan of November 25, 2002, as modified, set out as a note under section 542 of Title 6.
36 U.S.C. § 220529 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2205 / Subchapter II / Section 220529: Arbitration of corporation determinations
Arbitration of corporation determinations
Status: in_force

(a) Right to Review.—A party aggrieved by a determination of the corporation under section 220527 or 220528 of this title may obtain review by the arbitration and mediation provider designated by the corporation under section 220522(a)(4).

(b) Procedure.—(1) A demand for arbitration must be submitted within 30 days after the determination of the corporation.

(2) On receipt of a demand for arbitration, the Association shall serve notice on the parties to the arbitration and on the corporation, and shall immediately proceed with arbitration according to the commercial rules of the Association in effect at the time the demand is filed, except that—

(A) the arbitration panel shall consist of at least 3 arbitrators, unless the parties to the proceeding agree to a lesser number;

(B) the arbitration hearing shall take place at a site selected by the Association, unless the parties to the proceeding agree to the use of another site; and

(C) the arbitration hearing shall be open to the public.

(3) A decision by the arbitrators shall be by majority vote unless the concurrence of all arbitrators is expressly required by the contesting parties.

(4) Each party may be represented by counsel or by any other authorized representative at the arbitration proceeding.

(5) The parties may offer any evidence they desire and shall produce any additional evidence the arbitrators believe is necessary to an understanding and determination of the dispute. The arbitrators shall be the sole judges of the relevancy and materiality of the evidence offered. Conformity to legal rules of evidence is not necessary.

(c) Settlement.—The arbitrators may settle a dispute arising under this chapter before making a final award, if agreed to by the parties and achieved in a manner not inconsistent with the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(d) Binding Nature of Decision.—Final decision of the arbitrators is binding on the parties if the award is not inconsistent with the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(e) Reopening Hearings.—(1) At any time before a final decision is made, the hearings may be reopened by the arbitrators on their own motion or on the motion of a party.

(2) If the reopening is based on the motion of a party, and if the reopening would result in the arbitrators' decision being delayed beyond the specific period agreed to at the beginning of the arbitration proceedings, all parties to the decision must agree to reopen the hearings.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1478; Pub. L. 116–189, §7(e), Oct. 30, 2020, 134 Stat. 960.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220529(a)
36:395(c)(1) (1st sentence).
Sept. 21, 1950, ch. 975, title II, §205(c), as added Nov. 8, 1978, Pub. L. 95–606, §2, 92 Stat. 3057.

220529(b)(1)
36:395(c)(1) (2d sentence).
 

220529(b)(2)
36:395(c)(1) (last sentence).
 

220529(b)(3)
36:395(c)(4).
 

220529(b)(4)
36:395(c)(3) (1st sentence).
 

220529(b)(5)
36:395(c)(3) (2d, last sentences).
 

220529(c)
36:395(c)(2).
 

220529(d)
36:395(c)(5).
 

220529(e)
36:395(c)(6).
 

In subsection (a), the reference to 36:391(c) is omitted because 36:391(c) is omitted as executed. See the revision note for section 220522 of the revised title. The words "may obtain review by" are substituted for "The right to review . . . shall be to" for clarity.

In subsection (b)(2)(A) and (B), the word "mutually" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b)(4), the word "duly" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "in any arbitration", "the provisions of", "mutually", and "to the proceeding" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (d), the word "involved" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (e), the word "contesting" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (e)(2), the words "the reopening is based on the motion of a party" are substituted for "any contesting party makes such a motion" for clarity.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2020—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 116–189 substituted "the arbitration and mediation provider designated by the corporation under section 220522(a)(4)" for "any regional office of the American Arbitration Association".
36 U.S.C. § 117 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 117: Mother's Day
Mother's Day
Status: in_force

(a) Designation.—The second Sunday in May is Mother's Day.

(b) Proclamation.—The President is requested to issue a proclamation calling on United States Government officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings, and on the people of the United States to display the flag at their homes or other suitable places, on Mother's Day as a public expression of love and reverence for the mothers of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1258.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

117(a)
36:142 (words before comma).
May 8, 1914, Pub. R. 25, 38 Stat. 770.

117(b)
36:141.
36:142 (words after comma).

In subsection (b), the text of 36:142 (words after comma) is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 151512 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1515 / Section 151512: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as the report of the audit required by section 10101 of this title. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1403.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151512
36:2011.
Aug. 9, 1982, Pub. L. 97–231, §12, 96 Stat. 258.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 203 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 240111 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2401 / Section 240111: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers or agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1490.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

240111
36:3109.
Oct. 30, 1984, Pub. L. 98–584, §9, 98 Stat. 3098.
36 U.S.C. § 70906 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 709 / Section 70906: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The FFA may—

(1) adopt and amend bylaws and regulations for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs, including the establishment and maintenance of local chapters and State associations of chapters;

(2) adopt and alter a seal;

(3) adopt emblems and badges;

(4) choose officers, managers, agents, and employees as the activities of the FFA require;

(5) make contracts;

(6) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary or convenient to carry out the purposes of the FFA;

(7) borrow money, issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property;

(8) use FFA funds to give prizes, awards, loans, and grants to deserving members, local FFA chapters, and State FFA associations to carry out the purposes of the FFA;

(9) produce publications, websites, and other media;

(10) make available to State associations, local chapters, and members all official FFA supplies and equipment;

(11) sue and be sued; and

(12) do any other act necessary and proper to carry out the purposes of the FFA.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1357; Pub. L. 116–7, §7, Feb. 21, 2019, 133 Stat. 481.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

70906
36:274.
Aug. 30, 1950, ch. 823, §§4, 19, 64 Stat. 564, 567.

 
36:289.
 

In this section, the text of 36:289 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the word "amend" is substituted for "alter" for consistency in the revised title. The words "not inconsistent with the laws of the United States or any State in which such corporation is to operate" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the word "use" is omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (5), the words "make contracts" are substituted for "contract and be contracted with" to eliminate unnecessary words.

Clause (6) is substituted for "to take and hold by lease, gift, purchase, grant, devise, or bequest any property, real or personal, necessary for attaining the objects and accomplishing the purposes of the corporation" and "to transfer and convey real or personal property" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "subject to applicable provisions of law of any State (A) governing the amount or kind of real and personal property which may be held by, or (B) otherwise limiting or controlling the ownership of real and personal property by, a corporation operating in such State" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (7), the words "for the purposes of the corporation" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property" are substituted for "issue bonds therefor, and secure the same by mortgage" for consistency in the revised title. The words "subject to all applicable provisions of Federal or State law" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (8), the words "to carry out the purposes of the corporation" are substituted for "for the purposes set forth in section 273 of this title" for consistency in the revised title.

In clause (11), the words "complain, and defend in any court of competent jurisdiction" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (12), the words "any other act" are substituted for "any and all acts and things" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The word "objects" is omitted as included in "purposes".

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2019—Pub. L. 116–7, §7(1), substituted "FFA" for "corporation" in introductory provisions.

Par. (2). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(2), struck out "corporate" before "seal".

Par. (4). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(3), substituted "FFA" for "corporation".

Par. (6). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(4), substituted "FFA" for "corporation".

Par. (8). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(5), amended par. (8) generally. Prior to amendment, par. (8) read as follows: "use corporate funds to give prizes, awards, loans, and grants to deserving students and young farmers to carry out the purposes of the corporation;".

Par. (9). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(6), amended par. (9) generally. Prior to amendment, par. (9) read as follows: "publish a magazine and other publications;".

Par. (10). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(7), substituted "make available to State" for "procure for and distribute to State" and "FFA" for "Future Farmers of America".

Par. (12). Pub. L. 116–7, §7(8), substituted "FFA" for "corporation".
36 U.S.C. § 60101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 601 / Section 60101: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1345.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

60101
36:4813.
Nov. 5, 1990, Pub. L. 101–510, title XVI, §1614, 104 Stat. 1738.

The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 130307 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1303 / Section 130307: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in a place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1376.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

130307
36:635(a).
Aug. 4, 1955, ch. 546, §5(a), 69 Stat. 487.

The words "a place decided" are substituted for "Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, or in such other place as may later be determined", and the word "various" is omitted, to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 2113 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 21 / Section 2113: World War II memorial in the District of Columbia
World War II memorial in the District of Columbia
Status: in_force

(a) Solicitation and Acceptance of Contributions.—(1) Consistent with its authority under section 2103(e) of this title, the American Battle Monuments Commission shall solicit and accept contributions for the World War II memorial.

(2) In this section, the term "World War II memorial" means the memorial authorized by Public Law 103–32 (40 U.S.C. 8903 note) to be established by the Commission on Federal land in the District of Columbia or its environs to honor members of the Armed Forces who served in World War II and to commemorate the participation of the United States in that war.

(b) Creation of Memorial Fund.—(1) There is hereby created in the Treasury a fund for the World War II memorial, which shall consist of the following:

(A) Amounts deposited, and interest and proceeds credited, under paragraph (2).

(B) Obligations obtained under paragraph (3).

(C) The amount of surcharges paid to the Commission for the World War II memorial under the World War II 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins Act (31 U.S.C. 5112 note).

(D) Amounts borrowed using the authority provided under subsection (d).

(E) Any funds received by the Commission under section 2114 of this title in exchange for use of, or the right to use, any mark, copyright or patent.

(2) The Chairman of the Commission shall deposit in the fund the amounts accepted as contributions under subsection (a). The Secretary of the Treasury shall credit to the fund the interest on, and the proceeds from sale or redemption of, obligations held in the fund.

(3) The Secretary of the Treasury shall invest any portion of the fund that, as determined by the Chairman, is not required to meet current expenses. Each investment shall be made in an interest-bearing obligation of the United States or an obligation guaranteed as to principal and interest by the United States that, as determined by the Chairman, has a maturity suitable for the fund.

(c) Use of Fund.—The fund shall be available to the Commission—

(1) for the expenses of establishing the World War II memorial, including the maintenance and preservation amount provided for in section 8906(b) of title 40;

(2) for such other expenses, other than routine maintenance, with respect to the World War II memorial as the Commission considers warranted; and

(3) to secure, obtain, register, enforce, protect, and license any mark, copyright, or patent that is owned by, assigned to, or licensed to the Commission under section 2114 of this title to aid or facilitate the construction of the World War II memorial.

(d) Special Borrowing Authority.—(1) To assure that groundbreaking, construction, and dedication of the World War II memorial are carried out on a timely basis, the Commission may borrow money from the Treasury of the United States in such amounts as the Commission considers necessary, but not to exceed a total of $65,000,000. Borrowed amounts shall bear interest at a rate determined by the Secretary of the Treasury, taking into consideration the average market yield on outstanding marketable obligations of the United States of comparable maturities during the month preceding the month in which the obligations of the Commission are issued. The interest payments on such obligations may be deferred with the approval of the Secretary, but any interest payment so deferred shall also bear interest.

(2) The borrowing of money by the Commission under paragraph (1) shall be subject to such maturities, terms, and conditions as may be agreed upon by the Commission and the Secretary, except that the maturities may not exceed 20 years and such borrowings may be redeemable at the option of the Commission before maturity.

(3) The obligations of the Commission shall be issued in amounts and at prices approved by the Secretary. The authority of the Commission to issue obligations under this subsection shall remain available without fiscal year limitation. The Secretary of the Treasury shall purchase any obligations of the Commission to be issued under this subsection, and for such purpose the Secretary of the Treasury may use as a public debt transaction of the United States the proceeds from the sale of any securities issued under chapter 31 of title 31. The purposes for which securities may be issued under such chapter are extended to include any purchase of the Commission's obligations under this subsection.

(4) Repayment of the interest and principal on any funds borrowed by the Commission under paragraph (1) shall be made from amounts in the fund. The Commission may not use for such purpose any funds appropriated for any other activities of the Commission.

(e) Treatment of Borrowing Authority.—In determining whether the Commission has sufficient funds to complete construction of the World War II memorial, as required by section 8906 of title 40, the Secretary of the Interior shall consider the funds that the Commission may borrow from the Treasury under subsection (d) as funds available to complete construction of the memorial, whether or not the Commission has actually exercised the authority to borrow such funds.

(f) Voluntary Services.—(1) Notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31, the Commission may accept from any person voluntary services to be provided in furtherance of the fund-raising activities of the Commission relating to the World War II memorial.

(2) A person providing voluntary services under this subsection shall be considered to be a Federal employee for purposes of chapter 81 of title 5, relating to compensation for work-related injuries, and chapter 171 of title 28, relating to tort claims. A volunteer who is not otherwise employed by the United States shall not be considered to be a Federal employee for any other purpose by reason of the provision of such voluntary service, except that any volunteer given responsibility for the handling of funds or the carrying out of a Federal function is subject to the conflict of interest laws contained in chapter 11 of title 18 and the administrative standards of conduct contained in part 2635 of title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations.

(3) The Commission may provide for reimbursement of incidental expenses that are incurred by a person providing voluntary services under this subsection. The Commission shall determine those expenses that are eligible for reimbursement under this paragraph.

(4) Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to require any Federal employee to work without compensation or to allow the use of volunteer services to displace or replace any Federal employee.

(g) Treatment of Certain Contracts.—A contract entered into by the Commission for the design or construction of the World War II memorial is not a funding agreement as that term is defined in section 201 of title 35.

(h) Extension of Authority To Establish Memorial.—Notwithstanding section 8903(e) of title 40, the authority for the construction of the World War II memorial provided by Public Law 103–32 (40 U.S.C. 8903 note) expires on December 31, 2005.

(Added Pub. L. 106–117, title VI, §601(a)(1), Nov. 30, 1999, 113 Stat. 1576; amended Pub. L. 108–178, §4(h), Dec. 15, 2003, 117 Stat. 2641.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The World War II 50th Anniversary Commemorative Coins Act, referred to in subsec. (b)(1)(C) is Pub. L. 102–414, Oct. 14, 1992, 106 Stat. 2106, which is classified as a note under section 5112 of Title 31, Money and Finance.

Amendments

2003—Subsec. (a)(2). Pub. L. 108–178, §4(h)(1), substituted "(40 U.S.C. 8903 note)" for "(40 U.S.C. 1003 note)".

Subsec. (c)(1). Pub. L. 108–178, §4(h)(2), substituted "section 8906(b) of title 40" for "section 8(b) of the Commemorative Works Act (40 U.S.C. 1008(b))".

Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 108–178, §4(h)(3), substituted "section 8906 of title 40" for "section 8 of the Commemorative Works Act (40 U.S.C. 1008)".

Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 108–178, §4(h)(4), substituted "section 8903(e) of title 40" for "section 10 of the Commemorative Works Act (40 U.S.C. 1010)" and "(40 U.S.C. 8903 note)" for "(40 U.S.C. 1003 note)".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2003 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 108–178 effective Aug. 21, 2002, see section 5 of Pub. L. 108–178, set out as a note under section 5334 of Title 5, Government Organization and Employees.

Effect of Repeal of Current Memorial Fund

Pub. L. 106–117, title VI, §601(c), Nov. 30, 1999, 113 Stat. 1578, provided that: "Upon the enactment of this Act [Nov. 30, 1999], the Secretary of the Treasury shall transfer amounts in the fund created by section 4(a) of Public Law 103–32 (40 U.S.C. 1003 note) [now 40 U.S.C. 8903 note] to the fund created by section 2113(b) of title 36, United States Code, as added by subsection (a)."
36 U.S.C. § 40302 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 403 / Section 40302: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

The purposes of the corporation are as follows:

(1) To provide an organization to—

(A) encourage and aid citizens of the United States in contributing their efforts, services, and resources in developing aviation and in maintaining air supremacy; and

(B) encourage and develop by example the voluntary contribution of private citizens to the public welfare.

(2) To provide aviation education and training especially to its senior and cadet members.

(3) To encourage and foster civil aviation in local communities.

(4) To provide an organization of private citizens with adequate facilities to assist in meeting local and national emergencies.

(5) To assist the Department of the Air Force in fulfilling its noncombat programs and missions.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1331; Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)], Oct. 30, 2000, 114 Stat. 1654, 1654A–299.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40302
36:202.
July 1, 1946, ch. 527, §2, 60 Stat. 346.

Before clause (1), the word "objects" is omitted as included in "purposes".

In clause (1)(A), the words "citizens of the United States" are substituted for "American citizens" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2000—Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(A)], substituted "as follows:" for "to—" in introductory provisions.

Par. (1). Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(B), (C)], inserted "To" before "provide" in introductory provisions and substituted a period for the semicolon at the end of subpar. (B).

Par. (2). Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(B), (C)], inserted "To" before "provide" and substituted a period for the semicolon at the end.

Par. (3). Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(B), (D)], inserted "To" before "encourage" and substituted a period for "; and" at the end.

Par. (4). Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(B)], inserted "To" before "provide".

Par. (5). Pub. L. 106–398, §1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(b)(1)(E)], added par. (5).

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effective Date of 2000 Amendment

Amendment by Pub. L. 106–398 effective 120 days after Oct. 30, 2000, see section 1 [[div. A], title X, §1090(c)] of Pub. L. 106–398, set out as an Effective Date note under section 9441 of Title 10, Armed Forces.
36 U.S.C. § 153506 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1535 / Section 153506: Exclusive right to name
Exclusive right to name
Status: in_force

The corporation has the exclusive right to use and to allow others to use the name "National Tropical Botanical Garden".

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1426.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153506
36:4616.
Aug. 19, 1964, Pub. L. 88–449, §16, 78 Stat. 499; Oct. 28, 1988, Pub. L. 100–539, §1, 102 Stat. 2718.
36 U.S.C. § 21101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 211 / Section 21101: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1292.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

21101
36:2413.
June 12, 1984, Pub. L. 98–314, §14, 98 Stat. 239.

The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 130111 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1301 / Section 130111: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1373.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

130111
36:78j.
June 17, 1959, Pub. L. 86–47, §11, 73 Stat. 79.
36 U.S.C. § 190101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1901 / Section 190101: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—Reserve Officers Association of the United States (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1447.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

190101
36:221.
June 30, 1950, ch. 431, §§1, 2, 4 (related to perpetual succession), 64 Stat. 312, 313.

 
36:222.
 

 
36:224 (related to perpetual succession).
 

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary and executed words.
36 U.S.C. § 151907 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1519 / Section 151907: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in New York, New York, or another place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1409.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151907
36:605(a).
Aug. 28, 1954, ch. 1036, §5(a), 68 Stat. 893.

The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 50103 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 501 / Section 50103: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

(a) Provided in Articles of Incorporation.—The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(b) Perpetuating Memories.—To perpetuate the memories of the fathers of the Daughters of Union Veterans of the Civil War 1861–1865, their loyalty to the Union, and their unselfish sacrifices for the preservation of the Union, the purposes of the corporation also include—

(1) encouraging the preservation of historic sites and the construction and preservation of monuments commemorating any aspect of the Civil War;

(2) building and maintaining a Museum of Civil War History, admission to which shall be free and open to the public, in the city of Springfield, Illinois, as a repository of Civil War documents, artifacts, and cultural relics;

(3) maintaining a library in connection with the Civil War museum, admission to which shall be open to the public, containing the official volumes of the War of the Rebellion Records, Civil War genealogical files, Adjutant General reports of the various States, military and biographical records and accounts of the individual service of Union soldiers, sailors, and marines, diaries, letters, relics, and other records;

(4) promulgating and teaching American history, particularly the history of the Civil War period, through the establishment of scholarship programs at the national and State levels, the presentation of American flags to youth groups and newly naturalized citizens, and the sponsorship of contests of educational merit;

(5) caring for veterans of all wars through volunteer programs in Department of Veterans Affairs medical centers and in homes and other institutions maintained by the States for the welfare of American veterans; and

(6) participating, in a spirit of cooperation and reciprocity, in programs with other societies devoted to American history, veterans' affairs, or community interests.

(c) Veterans' and Patriotic Organization.—The corporation shall function as a veterans' and patriotic organization as authorized by the laws of each State in which it is incorporated.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1341.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

50103
36:3703.
Dec. 9, 1985, Pub. L. 99–172, §3, 99 Stat. 1020; June 13, 1991, Pub. L. 102–54, §13(n)(8), 105 Stat. 278.

The word "objects" is omitted as included in "purposes" and for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 21108 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 211 / Section 21108: Duty to maintain corporate and tax-exempt status
Duty to maintain corporate and tax-exempt status
Status: in_force

(a) Corporate Status.—The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of each State in which it is incorporated.

(b) Tax-Exempt Status.—The corporation shall maintain its status as an organization exempt from taxation under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (26 U.S.C. 1 et seq.).

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1294.)

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Section
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21108(a)
36:2408(e).
June 12, 1984, Pub. L. 98–314, §§8(e), 15 (1st sentence), 98 Stat. 238, 239.

21108(b)
36:2414 (1st sentence).
 

In subsection (a), the words "organized and" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "each State" are substituted for "State or States" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 303 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 3 / Section 303: National floral emblem
National floral emblem
Status: in_force

The flower commonly known as the rose is the national floral emblem.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1263.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

303
36:187.
Oct. 7, 1986, Pub. L. 99–449, 100 Stat. 1128.

The text of 36:187 (words after comma) is omitted as executed because the proclamation was made on November 20, 1986. See Proclamation No. 5574, 51 Fed. Reg. 42197.

Executive Documents

Proc. No. 5574. The Rose Proclaimed the National Floral Emblem of the United States of America

Proc. No. 5574, Nov. 20, 1986, 51 F.R. 42197, provided:

Americans have always loved the flowers with which God decorates our land. More often than any other flower, we hold the rose dear as the symbol of life and love and devotion, of beauty and eternity. For the love of man and woman, for the love of mankind and God, for the love of country, Americans who would speak the language of the heart do so with a rose.

We see proofs of this everywhere. The study of fossils reveals that the rose has existed in America for age upon age. We have always cultivated roses in our gardens. Our first President, George Washington, bred roses, and a variety he named after his mother is still grown today. The White House itself boasts a beautiful Rose Garden. We grow roses in all our fifty States. We find roses throughout our art, music, and literature. We decorate our celebrations and parades with roses. Most of all, we present roses to those we love, and we lavish them on our altars, our civil shrines, and the final resting places of our honored dead.

The American people have long held a special place in their hearts for roses. Let us continue to cherish them, to honor the love and devotion they represent, and to bestow them on all we love just as God has bestowed them on us.

The Congress, by Senate Joint Resolution 159 [Pub. L. 99–449, now this section], has designated the rose as the National Floral Emblem of the United States and authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation declaring this fact.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, RONALD REAGAN, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the rose as the National Floral Emblem of the United States of America.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this twentieth day of November, in the year of our Lord nineteen hundred and eighty-six, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and eleventh.

Ronald Reagan.
36 U.S.C. § 100106 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1001 / Section 100106: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1365.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

100106
36:1702.
Nov. 20, 1981, Pub. L. 97–82, §2, 95 Stat. 1091.

The words "and subject to the laws of such State or States" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 153514 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1535 / Section 153514: Authorization of appropriations
Authorization of appropriations
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—Subject to subsection (b), there is authorized to be appropriated to the corporation for operation and maintenance expenses $500,000 for each of fiscal years 2008 through 2017.

(b) Limitation.—Any Federal funds made available under subsection (a) shall be matched on a 1-to-1 basis by non-Federal funds.

(Added Pub. L. 111–11, title XIII, §13006, Mar. 30, 2009, 123 Stat. 1452.)
36 U.S.C. § 170313 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1703 / Section 170313: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as the report of the audit required by section 10101 of this title. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1444.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

170313
36:3611.
Oct. 7, 1985, Pub. L. 99–119, §12, 99 Stat. 500.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 205 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 153507 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1535 / Section 153507: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Political Activities.—The corporation or a trustee or officer as such may not contribute to, support, or assist a political party or candidate for elective public office.

(c) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a trustee, officer, or member during the life of the corporation or on its dissolution or final liquidation. This subsection does not prevent the payment of reasonable compensation to an officer or reimbursement for actual necessary expenses in amounts approved by the board of trustees.

(d) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan to a trustee, officer, or employee. Trustees who vote for or assent to making a loan to a trustee, officer, or employee, and officers who participate in making the loan, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan until it is repaid.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1426.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153507(a)
36:4612.
Aug. 19, 1964, Pub. L. 88–449, §§12, 13, 15, 78 Stat. 499.

153507(b)
36:4615.
 

153507(c)
36:4613(a).
 

153507(d)
36:4613(b).
 

In subsection (a), the words "shares of" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 50105 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 501 / Section 50105: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Directors.—The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(b) Officers.—The officers and the election of officers are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1342.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

50105(a)
36:3706.
Dec. 9, 1985, Pub. L. 99–172, §§6, 7, 99 Stat. 1021.

50105(b)
36:3707.
 

The words "and in conformity with the laws of the State or States in which it is incorporated" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 153705 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1537 / Section 153705: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs;

(2) adopt and alter a corporate seal;

(3) choose officers as the corporation requires;

(4) make contracts;

(5) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary or convenient to carry out the purposes of the corporation; and

(6) sue and be sued.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1429.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153705
36:1004(2)–(8).
Sept. 7, 1962, Pub. L. 87–650, §§4(2)–(8), 18, 76 Stat. 503, 506.

 
36:1018.
 

In this section, the text of 36:1018 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the word "alter" is omitted as included in "amend". The words "not inconsistent with the laws of the United States or any State in which the corporation is to operate" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the word "use" is omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (4), the words "make contracts" are substituted for "contract and be contracted with" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

Clause (5) is substituted for "take by lease, gift, purchase, grants, devise, or bequest from any public body or agency or any private corporation, association, partnership, firm, or individual and to hold absolutely or in trust for any of the purposes of the corporation any property, real, personal, or mixed, necessary or convenient for attaining the objects and carrying into effect the purposes of the corporation" and "transfer, convey, lease, sublease, encumber, and otherwise alienate real, personal, or mixed property" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "subject, however, to applicable provisions of law of any State, (A) governing the amount or kind of property which may be held by, or (B) otherwise limiting or controlling the ownership of property by, a corporation operating in such State" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (6), the words "complain and defend in any court of competent jurisdiction" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 230508 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2305 / Section 230508: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a director, officer, or member during the life of the charter granted by this chapter. This subsection does not prevent the payment of reasonable compensation to an officer or reimbursement for actual necessary expenses in amounts approved by the board of directors.

(c) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan to a director, officer, or employee.

(d) Claim of Governmental Approval or Authority.—The corporation may not claim congressional approval or the authority of the United States Government for any of its activities.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1487.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

230508(a)
36:3809(c).
May 23, 1986, Pub. L. 99–318, §9, 100 Stat. 475.

230508(b)
36:3809(a).
 

230508(c)
36:3809(b).
 

230508(d)
36:3809(d).
 

In subsection (a), the words "any shares of" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the words "No part of" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to", the words "the charter granted by this chapter" are substituted for "this charter", and the words "This subsection does not prevent" are substituted for "Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prevent", for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (d), the words "by virtue of this chapter" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 21903 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 219 / Section 21903: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt a constitution, bylaws, and regulations;

(2) adopt and alter a corporate seal;

(3) establish and maintain offices and buildings to conduct its activities;

(4) establish State and territorial organizations and local branches;

(5) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation, subject to its constitution and instructions of donors;

(6) sue and be sued; and

(7) do any other act necessary and proper to carry out the purposes of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1299.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

21903
36:3303 (less perpetual succession).
July 5, 1935, ch. 373, §§3 (less perpetual succession), 7, 49 Stat. 458, 459.

 
36:3307.
 

In clause (1), the words "to carry out its purposes not inconsistent with the laws of the United States or any States" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the words "at pleasure" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (3), the word "activities" is substituted for "business" for consistency in the revised title.

Clause (5) is substituted for "to receive, hold, own, use, mortgage, and dispose of such real estate and personal property as shall be necessary for its corporate purposes" in 36:3303 and for 36:3307 for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In clause (6), the words "in the courts of law and equity" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (7), the words "do any other act" are substituted for "generally to do all such acts and things" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 22102 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 221 / Section 22102: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

The purposes of the corporation are—

(1) to foster the study of international law; and

(2) to promote the establishment and maintenance of international relations on the basis of law and justice.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1300.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22102
36:342 (1st sentence).
Sept. 20, 1950, ch. 958, §2 (1st sentence), 64 Stat. 870.
36 U.S.C. § 150707 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1507 / Section 150707: Exclusive right to name, seals, emblems, and badges
Exclusive right to name, seals, emblems, and badges
Status: in_force

The corporation has the exclusive right to use the name "National Conference on Citizenship" and seals, emblems, and badges the corporation adopts.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1393.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

150707
36:446.
Aug. 13, 1953, ch. 427, §16, 67 Stat. 565.

The word "sole" is omitted as unnecessary and for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 105 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 105: Child Health Day
Child Health Day
Status: in_force

The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation—

(1) designating the first Monday in October as Child Health Day; and

(2) inviting all agencies and organizations interested in child welfare to unite on Child Health Day in observing exercises that will make the people of the United States aware of the fundamental necessity of a year-round program to protect and develop the health of the children of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1255.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

105
36:143.
May 18, 1928, ch. 643, 45 Stat. 617; Sept. 22, 1959, Pub. L. 86–352, 73 Stat. 627.
36 U.S.C. § 20204 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 202 / Section 20204: Membership
Membership
Status: in_force

(a) Eligibility.—Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the bylaws and articles of incorporation.

(b) Nondiscrimination.—The terms of membership may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin.

(Added Pub. L. 105–354, §1(4)(A), Nov. 3, 1998, 112 Stat. 3240.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

20204(a)
36 App.:5805.
Nov. 18, 1997, Pub. L. 105–85, title XV, §§1505, 1508(g) (related to membership), 111 Stat. 1964, 1965.

20204(b)
36 App.:5808(g) (related to membership).
 

In subsection (a), the words "Except as provided in this chapter" are substituted for "Except as provided in section 5808(g) of this title" for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (b), the words "The terms of membership" are substituted for "In establishing the conditions of membership in the association" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The word "disability" is substituted for "handicap" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 30108 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 301 / Section 30108: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, or another place decided by the board of directors. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1316.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30108
36:885(a).
Sept. 2, 1958, Pub. L. 85–870, §5(a), 72 Stat. 1692; Nov. 11, 1977, Pub. L. 95–167, §1(c), 91 Stat. 1347.

The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 230310 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2303 / Section 230310: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall have a designated agent in the District of Columbia to receive service of process for the corporation. Notice to or service on the agent, or mailed to the business address of the agent, is notice to or service on the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1485.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

230310
36:769(b).
July 18, 1958, Pub. L. 85–530, §9(b), 72 Stat. 373.

The words "at all times" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "to receive" are substituted for "authorized to accept", and the word "is" is substituted for "will be deemed", for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 70910 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 709 / Section 70910: Headquarters and principal office
Headquarters and principal office
Status: in_force

The headquarters and principal office of the FFA shall be as provided in the constitution or bylaws of the FFA. The activities of the FFA may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1359; Pub. L. 116–7, §11, Feb. 21, 2019, 133 Stat. 482.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

70910
36:275 (1st sentence).
Aug. 30, 1950, ch. 823, §5 (1st sentence), 64 Stat. 565.

The word "office" is substituted for "offices" for consistency in the revised title. The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2019—Pub. L. 116–7 substituted "of the FFA shall be as provided in the constitution or bylaws of the FFA. The activities of the FFA" for "of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the District of Columbia but".
36 U.S.C. § 80304 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 803 / Section 80304: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt and amend a constitution, bylaws, and regulations, including regulations for the election of associates and successors;

(2) adopt and alter a seal;

(3) have offices and conduct its activities in the District of Columbia and in the States, territories, and possessions of the United States;

(4) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property, and use any income from the property, as necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

(5) sue and be sued within the jurisdiction of the United States; and

(6) do any other act necessary to carry out this chapter and the purposes of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1362.)

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Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

80304
36:32 (words after 2d comma).
Mar. 16, 1950, ch. 62, §§2 (words after 2d comma), 8, 64 Stat. 23, 24.

 
36:34 (last sentence).
Mar. 16, 1950, ch. 62, §4 (last sentence), 64 Stat. 23; Aug. 14, 1953, ch. 486, §1, 67 Stat. 582.

 
36:38.
 

In this section, the text of 36:38 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the word "amend" is substituted for "and from time to time to alter such constitution, bylaws, rules, and regulations" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The word "rules" is omitted as included in "regulations". The words "not inconsistent with the laws of the United States, or any State thereof" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the word "destroy" is omitted as unnecessary and for consistency in the revised title.

In clause (3), the word "activities" is substituted for "business and affairs" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In clause (4), the words "acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property, and use any income from the property, as necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation" are substituted for "take, receive, and hold, in trust or otherwise, and to sell and convey real and personal property necessary for its corporate purposes, and other real and personal property, the income from which shall be applied to its corporate purposes" in 36:32 and "authorize and cause to be executed leases, mortgages, and liens upon, and sales and conveyances of, any of the property of the corporation; and the proceeds arising therefrom shall be applied or invested for the use and benefit of the corporation" in 36:34 (last sentence) for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In clause (5), the words "in courts of law and equity" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 140409 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1404 / Section 140409: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities.

(Added Pub. L. 111–95, §1(a), Nov. 6, 2009, 123 Stat. 3003.)
36 U.S.C. § 152703 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1527 / Section 152703: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

The purposes of the corporation are—

(1) to promote, in every way, patriotic, scientific, educational, and civic improvement activities and public safety in skiing, by such means as the dissemination of information and the formation of volunteer local patrols consisting of competent skiers trained in first aid for the purpose of preventing accidents and rendering speedy assistance to individuals sustaining accidents; and

(2) to solicit contributions of money, services, and other property for, and generally to encourage and assist in carrying out these purposes in every way.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1418.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

152703
36:1503.
Dec. 2, 1980, Pub. L. 96–489, §3, 94 Stat. 2553.

In clause (1), the words "in every way" are substituted for "in any and all ways" for consistency in this section and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "by such means as" are substituted for "including, without limiting the generality of the foregoing" to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "with respect thereto" and "the administration of" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 110305 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1103 / Section 110305: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Political Activities.—The corporation or a director or officer as such may not contribute to, support, or assist a political party or candidate for public office.

(c) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a director or officer. This subsection does not prevent the payment of compensation to an officer or employee in an amount approved by the executive committee of the corporation.

(d) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan to a director, officer, or employee. Directors who vote for or assent to making a loan to a director, officer, or employee, and officers who participate in making the loan, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan until it is repaid.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1370.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

110305(a)
36:921.
Sept. 2, 1958, Pub. L. 85–903, §§8, 9, 11, 72 Stat. 1740.

110305(b)
36:919.
 

110305(c)
36:918(a).
 

110305(d)
36:918(b).
 

In subsection (a), the words "any shares of" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (b), the word "otherwise" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title. The words "This subsection does not prevent" are substituted for "Nothing in this section, however, shall be construed to prevent" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 21106 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 211 / Section 21106: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation has only the powers provided in its bylaws and articles of incorporation filed in each State in which it is incorporated.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1293.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

21106
36:2402.
June 12, 1984, Pub. L. 98–314, §2, 98 Stat. 237.

The words "and subject to the laws of such State or States" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 22107 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 221 / Section 22107: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, executive council, and committees having any of the authority of its executive council; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1301.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22107
36:348.
Sept. 20, 1950, ch. 958, §8, 64 Stat. 872.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 220109 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2201 / Section 220109: Duty to maintain corporate status
Duty to maintain corporate status
Status: in_force

The corporation shall maintain its status as a corporation incorporated under the laws of New York, another State, or the District of Columbia.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1461.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220109
36:1306 (last sentence).
Dec. 29, 1979, Pub. L. 96–165, §6 (last sentence), 93 Stat. 1271.
36 U.S.C. § 40112 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 401 / Section 40112: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report shall be submitted at the same time as the report of the audit required by section 10101 of this title. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1331.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40112
36:2611.
Aug. 17, 1984, Pub. L. 98–382, §12, 98 Stat. 1345.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 198 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 2105 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 21 / Section 2105: Monuments built by the United States Government
Monuments built by the United States Government
Status: in_force

(a) Memorials.—The American Battle Monuments Commission shall prepare plans and estimates to build suitable memorials commemorating the service of American Armed Forces, and shall build and maintain memorials in the United States and, as the Commission decides, at any place outside the United States where the Armed Forces have served since April 6, 1917.

(b) Architecture and Art.—The Commission shall build and maintain works of architecture and art in United States cemeteries located outside the United States and the territories and possessions of the United States that are permanent cemeteries. The Secretary of Veterans Affairs shall maintain works of architecture and art built by the Commission in the National Cemetery Administration, as described in section 2400(b) of title 38.

(c) Control and Supervision of Materials, Design, and Building.—(1) The Commission shall control the materials and design and prescribe regulations for, and supervise the building of, all memorial monuments and buildings in United States cemeteries located outside the United States and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(2) The Commission shall control the design and prescribe regulations for the building of all memorial monuments and buildings commemorating the service of American Armed Forces that are built in a foreign country or political division of the foreign country that authorizes the Commission to carry out those duties and powers.

(d) Approval by National Commission of Fine Arts.—A design for a memorial must be approved by the National Commission of Fine Arts before the Commission can accept it.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1271; Pub. L. 105–368, title IV, §403(d)(1), Nov. 11, 1998, 112 Stat. 3339.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

2105(a)
36:123 (1st par. 1st sentence).
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §3, 42 Stat. 1509; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317; July 25, 1956, ch. 721, §§2(b), (d), 3(b), 70 Stat. 640, 641.

2105(b)
36:123 (1st par. 2d, last sentences).
 

2105(c)
36:123 (2d, last pars.).
 

2105(d)
36:124.
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §4, 42 Stat. 1510; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317; July 25, 1956, ch. 721, §§2(b), (d), 3(c), 70 Stat. 640, 641.

In subsections (a) and (c)(2), the word "American" is omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (a), the words "or shall hereafter serve" are omitted as obsolete.

In subsection (b), the words "Secretatry [sic] of Veterans Affairs" are substituted for "Department of Defense", and the words "the National Cemetery System, as described in section 2400(b) of title 38" are substituted for "cemeteries within the United States, its Territories and possessions", because of section 6 of the National Cemeteries Act of 1973 (Public Law 93-43, 38 U.S.C. 2404 note), which transferred jurisdiction over and responsibility for the national cemeteries (with certain exceptions) from the Secretary of the Army to the Administrator of Veterans' Affairs.

In subsection (c)(2), the words "duties and powers" are substituted for "functions" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

1998—Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 105–368 substituted "National Cemetery Administration" for "National Cemetery System".
36 U.S.C. § 30509 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 305 / Section 30509: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in the District of Columbia.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1321.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30509
36:948 (1st sentence 1st–14th words).
July 14, 1960, Pub. L. 86–653, §8 (1st sentence 1st–14th words), 74 Stat. 517.
36 U.S.C. § 20912 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 209 / Section 20912: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1292.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

20912
36:2109.
Aug. 10, 1982, Pub. L. 97–234, §9, 96 Stat. 263.
36 U.S.C. § 30311 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 303 / Section 30311: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1319.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30311
36:861.
Aug. 27, 1958, Pub. L. 85–769, §11, 72 Stat. 926.
36 U.S.C. § 190305 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1903 / Section 190305: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Directors.—The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(b) Officers.—The officers and the election of officers are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(c) Nondiscrimination.—The requirements for serving as a director or officer may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1450.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

190305(a)
36:5106.
Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–484, title XVIII, §§1826, 1827, 106 Stat. 2584.

190305(b)
36:5107.
 

190305(c)
36:5108 (related to directors and officers).
Oct. 23, 1992, Pub. L. 102–484, title XVIII, §1828 (related to directors and officers), 106 Stat. 2585; Nov. 30, 1993, Pub. L. 103–160, title XI, §1182(c)(6), 107 Stat. 1772.

In subsections (a) and (b), the words "and in conformity with the laws of the State in which it is incorporated" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "The requirements for serving as a director or officer" are substituted for "in determining the requirements for serving on the board of directors or as an officer of the corporation" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 130305 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1303 / Section 130305: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs;

(2) adopt and alter a corporate seal;

(3) make contracts;

(4) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary or convenient to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

(5) borrow money, issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property;

(6) charge and collect membership dues; and

(7) sue and be sued.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1375.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

130305
36:634(2)–(9).
Aug. 4, 1955, ch. 546, §§4(2)–(9), 16, 69 Stat. 487, 490.

 
36:646.
 

In this section, the text of 36:646 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the word "alter" is omitted as included in "amend". The words "not inconsistent with the laws of the United States or any State in which the corporation is to operate" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the word "use" is omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (3), the words "make contracts" are substituted for "contract and be contracted with" for consistency in the revised title.

Clause (4) is substituted for "to take by lease, gift, purchase, grant, devise, or bequest from any private corporation, association, partnership, firm, or individual and to hold any property, real, personal, or mixed, necessary or convenient for attaining the objects and carrying into effect the purposes of the corporation" and "to transfer, convey, lease, sublease, encumber, and otherwise alienate real, personal or mixed property" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "subject, however, to applicable provisions of law of any State (A) governing the amount or kind of property which may be held by, or (B) otherwise limiting or controlling the ownership of property by, a corporation operating in such State" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (5), the words "for the purposes of the corporation" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property" are substituted for "issue bonds therefor, and secure the same by mortgage, deed of trust, pledge, or otherwise" for consistency in the revised title. The words "subject in every case to all applicable provisions of Federal and State laws" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (7), the words "complain and defend in any court of competent jurisdiction" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 22711 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 227 / Section 22711: Liability for acts of officials, representatives, and agents
Liability for acts of officials, representatives, and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officials, representatives, and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1309.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22711
36:67j.
July 23, 1947, ch. 298, §11, 61 Stat. 407.
36 U.S.C. § 80501 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 805 / Section 80501: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1362.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

80501
36:1613.
Dec. 4, 1980, Pub. L. 96–497, §14, 94 Stat. 2597.

The word "includes" is substituted for "means" for consistency in the revised title. The word "several" is omitted as unnecessary. The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 151903 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1519 / Section 151903: Membership
Membership
Status: in_force

(a) Eligibility.—Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(b) Voting.—Each member (except an honorary, sustaining, or associate member) has one vote on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of the members.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1408.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151903
36:606.
Aug. 28, 1954, ch. 1036, §6, 68 Stat. 893.

In subsection (a), the words "are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation" are substituted for "shall . . . be determined as the constitution and bylaws of the corporation may provide" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (b), the words "the right to" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 22309 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 223 / Section 22309: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors, and committees having any of the authority of its board of directors; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1303.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

22309(a)
36:3413 (1st sentence).
Oct. 15, 1962, Pub. L. 87–817, §13, 76 Stat. 932.

22309(b)
36:3413 (last sentence).
 

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 152309 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1523 / Section 152309: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors, and committees having any of the authority of its board of directors; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1414.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

152309
36:673.
Aug. 1, 1956, ch. 824, §13, 70 Stat. 796.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 151505 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1515 / Section 151505: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Directors.—The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(b) Officers.—The officers and the election of the officers are as provided in the articles of incorporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1402.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151505(a)
36:2006.
Aug. 9, 1982, Pub. L. 97–231, §§6, 7, 96 Stat. 257.

151505(b)
36:2007.
 

The words "and in conformity with the laws of the State or States in which it is incorporated" in 36:2006 and "and in conformity with the laws of the State or States wherein it is incorporated" in 36:2007 are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 120101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1201 / Section 120101: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—Korean War Veterans Association, Incorporated (in this chapter, the "corporation"), a nonprofit organization that meets the requirements for a veterans service organization under section 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 and that is organized under the laws of the State of New York, is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Expiration of Charter.—If the corporation does not comply with the provisions of this chapter, the charter granted by subsection (a) shall expire.

(Added Pub. L. 110–254, §1(a)(2), June 30, 2008, 122 Stat. 2419.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Section 501(c)(19) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsec. (a), is classified to section 501(c)(19) of Title 26, Internal Revenue Code.
36 U.S.C. § 23111 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 231 / Section 23111: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1314.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

23111
36:4312.
July 14, 1964, Pub. L. 88–372, §12, 78 Stat. 317.
36 U.S.C. § 31102 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 311 / Section 31102: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

The purposes of the corporation are—

(1) to promote the health, social, educational, vocational, and character development of youth throughout the United States; and

(2) to receive, invest, and disburse funds and to hold property for the purposes of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1327.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

31102
36:693.
Aug. 6, 1956, ch. 976, §3, 70 Stat. 1052; Dec. 10, 1991, Pub. L. 102–199, §1(3), 105 Stat. 1628.
36 U.S.C. § 230505 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2305 / Section 230505: Governing body
Governing body
Status: in_force

(a) Board of Directors.—The board of directors and the responsibilities of the board are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(b) Officers.—The officers and the election of officers are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(c) Nondiscrimination.—The requirements for serving as a director or officer may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, or national origin.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1487.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

230505(a)
36:3806.
May 23, 1986, Pub. L. 99–318, §§6, 7, 8 (related to directors and officers), 100 Stat. 475.

230505(b)
36:3807.
 

230505(c)
36:3808 (related to directors and officers).
 

In subsections (a) and (b), the words "Except as provided in section 3808 of this title" are omitted because the prohibition on discrimination is restated in this section. The words "and in conformity with the laws of the State in which it is incorporated" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 151908 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1519 / Section 151908: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its members, board of directors, and committees having any of the authority of its board of directors; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1409.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151908
36:613.
Aug. 28, 1954, ch. 1036, §13, 68 Stat. 894.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 40307 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 403 / Section 40307: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

The corporation shall submit an annual report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1332.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

40307
36:207.
July 1, 1946, ch. 527, §7, 60 Stat. 347.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 198 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 210301 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2103 / Section 210301: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1457.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

210301
36:3013.
Oct. 30, 1984, Pub. L. 98–565, §14, 98 Stat. 2922.

The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 30307 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 303 / Section 30307: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Political Activities.—The corporation or a director or officer as such may not contribute to, support, or assist a political party or candidate for elective public office.

(c) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, a director, officer, or member as such during the life of the corporation or on its dissolution or final liquidation. This section does not prevent the payment of—

(1) bona fide expenses of officers of the corporation in amounts approved by the board of directors; or

(2) appropriate aid to blinded veterans or their widows or children in carrying out the purposes of the corporation.

(d) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan to a director, officer, or employee. Directors and officers who vote for or assent to making a loan to a director, officer, or employee, and officers who participate in making the loan, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan until it is repaid.

(e) Immunity From Liability.—Members and private individuals are not liable for the obligations of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1318.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30307(a)
36:862.
Aug. 27, 1958, Pub. L. 85–769, §§3(4) (words between 1st comma and semicolon), 9, 10, 12, 72 Stat. 924, 926.

30307(b)
36:860.
 

30307(c)
36:853(4) (words between 1st comma and semicolon).
 

 
36:859(a) (1st sentence words before last comma, last sentence).
 

30307(d)
36:859(b).
 

30307(e)
36:859(a) (1st sentence words after last comma).
 

In subsection (a), the words "any shares of" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title. The text of 36:853(4) (words between 1st comma and semicolon) is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 110101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1101 / Section 110101: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1366.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

110101
36:2713.
Aug. 21, 1984, Pub. L. 98–391, §14, 98 Stat. 1360.

The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 152501 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1525 / Section 152501: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—National Safety Council (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1415.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

152501
36:461.
Aug. 13, 1953, ch. 429, §§1, 2, 67 Stat. 569.

 
36:462.
 

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary and executed words.
36 U.S.C. § 220701 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2207 / Section 220701: Definition
Definition
Status: in_force

For purposes of this chapter, "State" includes the District of Columbia and the territories and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1479.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220701
36:1813.
Nov. 20, 1981, Pub. L. 97–83, §14, 95 Stat. 1096.

The words "the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico" are omitted as included in "the territories and possessions of the United States".
36 U.S.C. § 30103 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 301 / Section 30103: Membership
Membership
Status: in_force

(a) Eligibility.—Except as provided in this chapter, eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights, privileges, and designation of classes of members are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.

(b) Voting.—Each member has one vote on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of the members.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1315.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30103
36:886.
Sept. 2, 1958, Pub. L. 85–870, §6, 72 Stat. 1692.

In subsection (a), the words "are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation" are substituted for "shall . . . be determined as the constitution and bylaws of the corporation may provide" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In subsection (b), the words "the right to" are omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 220542 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2205 / Subchapter IV / Section 220542: Additional duties
Additional duties
Status: in_force

(a) In General.—The Center shall—

(1) develop training, oversight practices, policies, and procedures for implementation by a national governing body to prevent the abuse, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse, of any amateur athlete; 1

(2) include in the policies and procedures developed under section 220541(a)(3)— 2

(A) a requirement that all adult members of a national governing body or a facility under the jurisdiction of a national governing body, and all adults authorized by such members to interact with an amateur athlete, report immediately any allegation of child abuse of an amateur athlete who is a minor to—

(i) law enforcement consistent with section 226 of the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990 (34 U.S.C. 20341); and

(ii) the Center, whenever such members or adults learn of facts leading them to suspect reasonably that an amateur athlete who is a minor has suffered an incident of child abuse;

(B) a requirement that the Center shall immediately report to law enforcement consistent with section 226 of the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990 (34 U.S.C. 20341) any allegation of child abuse of an amateur athlete who is a minor, including any report of such abuse submitted to the Center by a minor or by any person who is not otherwise required to report such abuse;

(C) 1 or more policies that prohibit any individual who is an employee, contractor, or agent of the Center from assisting a member or former member in obtaining a new job (except for the routine transmission of administrative and personnel files) if the individual knows that such member or former member violated the policies or procedures of the Center related to sexual misconduct or was convicted of a crime involving sexual misconduct with a minor in violation of applicable law;

(D) a requirement that the Center, including any officer, agent, attorney, or staff member of the Center, shall not take any action to notify an alleged perpetrator of abuse of an amateur athlete of any ongoing investigation or accusation unless—

(i) the Center has reason to believe an imminent hazard will result from failing to so notify the alleged perpetrator; or

(ii) law enforcement—

(I) authorizes the Center to take such action; or

(II) declines or fails to act on, or fails to respond to the Center with respect to, the allegation within 72 hours after the time at which the Center reports to law enforcement under subparagraph (B);

(E) a mechanism, approved by a trained expert on child abuse, that allows a complainant to report easily an incident of child abuse to the Center, a national governing body, law enforcement authorities, or other appropriate authorities;

(F) reasonable procedures to limit one-on-one interactions, including communications, between an amateur athlete who is a minor and an adult (who is not the minor's legal guardian) at a facility under the jurisdiction of a national governing body without being in an observable and interruptible distance from another adult, except under emergency circumstances;

(G) procedures to prohibit retaliation by the corporation or any national governing body against any individual who makes—

(i) a report under subparagraph (A) or (E); or

(ii) any other report relating to abuse of any amateur athlete, including emotional, physical, and sexual abuse;

(H) oversight procedures, including regular and random audits conducted by subject matter experts unaffiliated with, and independent of, a national governing body to ensure that policies and procedures developed under that section are followed correctly and that consistent training is offered and given to all adult members who are in regular contact with amateur athletes who are minors, and subject to parental consent, to members who are minors, regarding prevention of child abuse;

(I) a mechanism by which a national governing body can—

(i) share confidentially a report of suspected child abuse of an amateur athlete who is a minor by a member of a national governing body or an adult authorized by a national governing body or an amateur sports organization to interact with an amateur athlete who is a minor, with the Center, which in turn, may share with relevant national governing bodies and other entities; and

(ii) withhold providing to an adult who is the subject of an allegation of child abuse authority to interact with an amateur athlete who is a minor until the resolution of such allegation;

(J) a prohibition on the use in a decision of the Center under section 220541(a)(1)(D) of any evidence relating to other sexual behavior or the sexual predisposition of the alleged victim, or the admission of any such evidence in arbitration, unless the probative value of the use or admission of such evidence, as determined by the Center or the arbitrator, as applicable, substantially outweighs the danger of—

(i) any harm to the alleged victim; and

(ii) unfair prejudice to any party; and

(K) training for investigators on appropriate methods and techniques for ensuring sensitivity toward alleged victims during interviews and other investigative activities.

(b) Rule of Construction.—Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the ability of a national governing body to impose an interim measure to prevent an individual who is the subject of an allegation of sexual abuse from interacting with an amateur athlete prior to the Center exercising its jurisdiction over a matter.

(Added Pub. L. 115–126, title II, §202(a), Feb. 14, 2018, 132 Stat. 322; amended Pub. L. 116–189, §§7(a)(2)(A)(viii), 8(b), Oct. 30, 2020, 134 Stat. 957, 966.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

Par. (3) of section 220541(a), referred to in subsec. (a)(2), was struck out in the general amendment of subsection (a) of section 220541 of this title by Pub. L. 116–189, §8(a)(1)(B), Oct. 30, 2020, 134 Stat. 960. See section 220541(a)(1)(C) of this title.

Amendments

2020—Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(1), struck out period at end of section catchline.

Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(A), substituted semicolon at end for "; and".

Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), struck out "or paralympic sports organization" after "national governing body".

Subsec. (a)(2)(A). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(i), added cls. (i) and (ii) and struck out former cls. (i) and (ii) which read as follows:

"(i) the Center, whenever such members or adults learn of facts leading them to suspect reasonably that an amateur athlete who is a minor has suffered an incident of child abuse; and

"(ii) law enforcement consistent with section 226 of the Victims of Child Abuse Act of 1990 (34 U.S.C. 20341);".

Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), (II)(aa), struck out ", a paralympic sports organization," after "members of a national governing body" and "or paralympic sports organization" after "jurisdiction of a national governing body" in introductory provisions.

Subsec. (a)(2)(B). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(iii), added subpar. (B). Former subpar. (B) redesignated (E).

Subsec. (a)(2)(C), (D). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(iii), added subpars. (C) and (D). Former subpars. (C) and (D) redesignated (F) and (G), respectively.

Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), struck out "or paralympic sports organization" after "national governing body".

Subsec. (a)(2)(E). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(ii), redesignated subpar. (B) as (E). Former subpar. (E) redesignated (H).

Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(II)(bb), struck out "or a paralympic sports organization of each national governing body and paralympic sports organization" after "a national governing body".

Subsec. (a)(2)(F). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(ii), (iv), redesignated subpar. (C) as (F) and inserted ", including communications," after "interactions". Former subpar. (F) redesignated (I).

Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), struck out "or paralympic sports organization" after "a national governing body" in introductory provisions.

Subsec. (a)(2)(F)(i). Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), (II)(cc), substituted "a national governing body or an adult" for "a national governing body or paralympic sports organization, or an adult" and struck out ", paralympic sports organization," after "by a national governing body" and ", paralympic sports organizations," after "national governing bodies".

Subsec. (a)(2)(G). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(ii), (v), redesignated subpar. (D) as (G) and amended it generally. Prior to amendment, subpar. read as follows: "procedures to prohibit retaliation, by any national governing body or paralympic sports organization, against any individual who makes a report under subparagraph (A) or subparagraph (B);".

Subsec. (a)(2)(H), (I). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(ii), redesignated subpars. (E) and (F) as (H) and (I), respectively.

Subsec. (a)(2)(J), (K). Pub. L. 116–189, §8(b)(2)(B)(vi)–(viii), added subpars. (J) and (K).

Subsec. (b). Pub. L. 116–189, §7(a)(2)(A)(viii)(I), struck out "or paralympic sports organization" after "a national governing body".

1 So in original.

2 See References in Text note below.
36 U.S.C. § 20107 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 201 / Section 20107: Principal office
Principal office
Status: in_force

The principal office of the corporation shall be in Kansas City, Kansas, or another place decided by the board of governors. However, the activities of the corporation are not confined to the place where the principal office is located but may be conducted throughout the States, territories, and possessions of the United States.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1285.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

20107
36:975(a).
Aug. 31, 1960, Pub. L. 86–680, §5(a), 74 Stat. 574.

The word "various" is omitted as unnecessary.
36 U.S.C. § 2502 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 25 / Section 2502: Authorization of appropriations
Authorization of appropriations
Status: in_force

(a) General.—Amounts necessary for the work of the President's Committee on Employment of People With Disabilities are authorized to be appropriated for the fiscal year ending September 30, 1997, to be expended in the manner and by agencies the President may direct.

(b) Uses.—Amounts appropriated under this section are to be used to carry out the purposes of the National Disability Employment Awareness Month and to enable the President to provide the Committee with adequate personnel to assist in its activities, and otherwise to provide the Committee with the means of carrying out a program to promote the employment of individuals with disabilities, by—

(1) creating interest throughout the United States in the rehabilitation and employment of such individuals; and

(2) obtaining and maintaining cooperation from all public and private groups in the field.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1280.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

2502
36:155a.
July 11, 1949, ch. 302, §1, 63 Stat. 409; Aug. 3, 1954, ch. 655, §5, 68 Stat. 665; Sept. 13, 1960, Pub. L. 86–772, 74 Stat. 913; June 24, 1964, Pub. L. 88–321, 78 Stat. 221; Nov. 8, 1965, Pub. L. 89–333, §14, 79 Stat. 1294; July 7, 1968, Pub. L. 90–391, §14, 82 Stat. 306; Oct. 21, 1986, Pub. L. 99–506, title IX, §902, 100 Stat. 1841; Nov. 7, 1988, Pub. L. 100–630, title III, §301(b)(1), (2), 102 Stat. 3316; June 6, 1991, Pub. L. 102–52, §9(b), 105 Stat. 263; Oct. 29, 1992, Pub. L. 102–569, title IX, §914, 106 Stat. 4488.

In subsection (a), authorizations of appropriations for fiscal years 1993–1996 are omitted as obsolete.
36 U.S.C. § 200312 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2003 / Section 200312: Annual report
Annual report
Status: in_force

Not later than March 1 of each year, the corporation shall submit a report to Congress on the activities of the corporation during the prior fiscal year. The report may consist of a report on the proceedings of the national encampment. The report may not be printed as a public document.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1455.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

200312
36:546.
Aug. 20, 1954, ch. 774, §16, 68 Stat. 752.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Termination of Reporting Requirements

For termination, effective May 15, 2000, of reporting provisions in this section, see section 3003 of Pub. L. 104–66, set out as a note under section 1113 of Title 31, Money and Finance, and page 206 of House Document No. 103–7.
36 U.S.C. § 153701 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1537 / Section 153701: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—National Woman's Relief Corps, Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic (in this chapter, the "corporation"), is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Place of Incorporation and Domicile.—The corporation is declared to be incorporated and domiciled in the District of Columbia.

(c) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1428.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153701
36:1001.
Sept. 7, 1962, Pub. L. 87–650, §§1, 2, 4(1), 76 Stat. 502, 503.

 
36:1002.
36:1004(1).

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary and executed words.
36 U.S.C. § 30305 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 303 / Section 30305: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws for the management of its property and the regulation of its affairs;

(2) adopt and alter a corporate seal;

(3) choose officers, managers, and agents as the activities of the corporation require;

(4) charge and collect membership dues;

(5) make contracts;

(6) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary or convenient to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

(7) borrow money, issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property;

(8) sue and be sued; and

(9) do any other act necessary and proper to carry out the purposes of the corporation.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1318.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30305
36:854.
Aug. 27, 1958, Pub. L. 85–769, §§4, 16, 72 Stat. 924, 927.

 
36:866.
 

In this section, the text of 36:866 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the words "apply, and alter" and "not inconsistent with the laws of the United States of America or any State in which the corporation is to operate" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the word "use" is omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (3), the word "activities" is substituted for "business" for consistency in the revised title.

In clause (5), the words "make contracts" are substituted for "contract and be contracted with" to eliminate unnecessary words.

Clause (6) is substituted for "take and hold by lease, gift, purchase, grant, devise, bequest or otherwise any property real, personal, or mixed, necessary or convenient for attaining the objects of the corporation" and "transfer, lease, or convey real or personal property" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words. The words "subject, however, to applicable provisions of law of any State, (a) governing the amount or kind of real and personal property which may be held by, or, (b) otherwise limiting or controlling the ownership of real and personal property by, a corporation operating in such State" are omitted as unnecessary.

Clause (7) is substituted for "borrow money for the purposes of the corporation and issue bonds or other evidences of indebtedness therefor and secure the same by mortgage or pledge subject to applicable Federal or State laws" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In clause (8), the words "complain and defend in any court of competent jurisdiction" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (9), the words "any other act" are substituted for "any and all acts" for consistency in the revised title.
36 U.S.C. § 151101 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1511 / Section 151101: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—National Education Association of the United States (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Place of Incorporation.—The corporation is declared to be incorporated in the District of Columbia.

(c) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1397.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151101
36:5301.
June 30, 1906, ch. 3929, §§1, 10, 34 Stat. 804, 807.

 
36:5310.
 

This section is substituted for 36:5301 for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate executed and obsolete words. The text of 36:5310 is omitted as executed and obsolete.
36 U.S.C. § 151105 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1511 / Section 151105: Powers
Powers
Status: in_force

The corporation may—

(1) adopt and amend bylaws;

(2) adopt and alter a corporate seal;

(3) acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

(4) accept and administer a trust for educational purposes;

(5) borrow money, issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property; and

(6) sue and be sued in any court of the United States, or other court of competent jurisdiction.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1398.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151105
36:5303.
June 30, 1906, ch. 3929, §3, 34 Stat. 805; June 30, 1969, Pub. L. 91–37, §1(a), 83 Stat. 42.

 
36:5309.
June 30, 1906, ch. 3929, §9, 34 Stat. 807.

In this section, the text of 36:5309 is omitted as executed and obsolete.

In clause (1), the words "adopt and amend" are substituted for "make" for consistency in the revised title. The words "not inconsistent with the provisions of this chapter or of the Constitution of the United States" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (2), the words "adopt and alter a corporate seal" are substituted for "have and to use a common seal, and to alter and change the same at its pleasure" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

Clause (3) is substituted for "take or receive, whether by gift, grant, devise, bequest, or purchase, any real or personal estate, and to hold, grant, transfer, sell, convey, hire, or lease the same for the purpose of its incorporation" for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.

In clause (4), the words "of real or personal estate" and "within the objects of the corporation" are omitted as unnecessary.

In clause (5), the words "for its corporate purposes" are omitted as unnecessary. The words "instruments of indebtedness" are substituted for "bonds therefor", and the words "secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property" are substituted for "secure the same by mortgage, deed of trust, pledge, or otherwise", for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 153901 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1539 / Section 153901: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

The National Yeomen (F) (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a body corporate and politic in the District of Columbia.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1431; Pub. L. 113–237, §3(c)(8)(B), Dec. 18, 2014, 128 Stat. 2840.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153901
36:139 (words before "for patriotic, historical, and educational purposes").
June 15, 1936, ch. 546, §1 (words before "for patriotic, historical, and educational purposes"), 49 Stat. 1501.

This section is substituted for the source provision for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary and executed words.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2014—Pub. L. 113–237 substituted "Yeomen (F)" for "Yoemen F".
36 U.S.C. § 151711 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1517 / Section 151711: Authorization of appropriations
Authorization of appropriations
Status: in_force

(a) Authorization of Appropriations.—

(1) In general.—There are authorized to be appropriated to the Library of Congress amounts necessary to carry out this chapter, not to exceed—

(A) $530,000 for each of the fiscal years 2005 through 2009;

(B) $750,000 for each of the fiscal years 2010 through 2011; and

(C) $1,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2012 through 2026.

(2) Matching.—The amounts authorized to be appropriated under this subsection are to be made available to the corporation to match any private contributions (whether in currency, services, or property) made to the corporation by private persons and State and local governments.

(b) Limitation Related to Administrative Expenses.—Amounts authorized under this section may not be used by the corporation for management and general or fundraising expenses as reported to the Internal Revenue Service as part of an annual information return required under the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1407; Pub. L. 108–447, div. G, title I, §1205(b), Dec. 8, 2004, 118 Stat. 3189; Pub. L. 109–9, title III, §312(d), Apr. 27, 2005, 119 Stat. 226; Pub. L. 110–336, §3(b)(1), Oct. 2, 2008, 122 Stat. 3728; Pub. L. 114–217, §3(b), July 29, 2016, 130 Stat. 841.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

151711
36:5708.
Oct. 11, 1996, Pub. L. 104–285, title II, §209, 110 Stat. 3386.

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The Internal Revenue Code of 1986, referred to in subsec. (b), is classified generally to Title 26, Internal Revenue Code.

Amendments

2016—Subsec. (a)(1)(C). Pub. L. 114–217 substituted "through 2026" for "through 2016".

2008—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 110–336, which directed that subsec. (a) be "amended to read as follows: by inserting after the first sentence the following:" and then set out subsec. (a) designation and heading and pars. (1) and (2), was executed by substituting the new subsec. (a) designation, heading, and pars. for the existing subsec. (a) to reflect the probable intent of Congress. Prior to amendment, text read as follows: "There are authorized to be appropriated to the Library of Congress amounts necessary to carry out this chapter, not to exceed $530,000 for each of the fiscal years 2005 through 2009. These amounts are to be made available to the corporation to match any private contributions (whether in currency, services, or property) made to the corporation by private persons and State and local governments."

2005—Pub. L. 109–9 added subsecs. (a) and (b) and struck out former subsecs. (a) and (b) which read as follows:

"(a) Authorization.—There are authorized to be appropriated to the Library of Congress amounts necessary to carry out this chapter, not to exceed $250,000 for each of the fiscal years ending September 30, 2000–2005. These amounts are to be made available to the corporation to match private contributions (whether in currency, services, or property) made to the corporation by private persons and State and local governments.

"(b) Limitation Related to Administrative Expenses.—Amounts authorized under this section may not be used by the corporation for administrative expenses of the corporation, including salaries, travel, transportation, and overhead expenses."

2004—Subsec. (a). Pub. L. 108–447 substituted "2005" for "2003".
36 U.S.C. § 153509 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1535 / Section 153509: Records and inspection
Records and inspection
Status: in_force

(a) Records.—The corporation shall keep—

(1) correct and complete records of account;

(2) minutes of the proceedings of its board of trustees and committees having any of the authority of its board of trustees; and

(3) at its principal office, a record of the names and addresses of its members entitled to vote.

(b) Inspection.—A member entitled to vote, or an agent or attorney of the member, may inspect the records of the corporation for any proper purpose, at any reasonable time.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1426.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153509
36:4611.
Aug. 19, 1964, Pub. L. 88–449, §11, 78 Stat. 499.

The word "records" is substituted for "books and records" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code.
36 U.S.C. § 300102 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 3001 / Section 300102: Purposes
Purposes
Status: in_force

The purposes of the corporation are—

(1) to provide volunteer aid in time of war to the sick and wounded of the Armed Forces, in accordance with the spirit and conditions of—

(A) the conference of Geneva of October 1863;

(B) the treaties of the Red Cross, or the treaties of Geneva, August 22, 1864, July 27, 1929, and August 12, 1949, to which the United States of America has given its adhesion; and

(C) any other treaty, convention, or protocol similar in purpose to which the United States of America has given or may give its adhesion;

(2) in carrying out the purposes described in paragraph (1) of this section, to perform all the duties devolved on a national society by each nation that has acceded to any of those treaties, conventions, or protocols;

(3) to act in matters of voluntary relief and in accordance with the military authorities as a medium of communication between the people of the United States and the Armed Forces of the United States and to act in those matters between similar national societies of governments of other countries through the International Committee of the Red Cross and the Government, the people, and the Armed Forces of the United States;

(4) to carry out a system of national and international relief in time of peace, and to apply that system in mitigating the suffering caused by pestilence, famine, fire, floods, and other great national calamities, and to devise and carry out measures for preventing those calamities; and

(5) to conduct other activities consistent with the foregoing purposes.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1490; Pub. L. 110–26, §4, May 11, 2007, 121 Stat. 105.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

300102
36:3.
Jan. 5, 1905, ch. 23, §3, 33 Stat. 600; May 8, 1947, ch. 50, §4, 61 Stat. 81; July 17, 1953, ch. 222, §4(a), (b), 67 Stat. 179.

In this section, the text of 36:3 ("Third" par.) is omitted as executed.

In clause (1)(B), the date "August 12, 1949" is added to include the reference to a subsequent treaty.

In clause (2), the words "in carrying out the purposes described in clause (1) of this section" are substituted for "And for said purposes" for clarity.

In clause (3), the words "International Committee of the Red Cross" are substituted for "Comité International de Secours" because the name has been changed.

In clause (4), the word "continue" is omitted as included in "carry out".

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2007—Par. (5). Pub. L. 110–26 added par. (5).
36 U.S.C. § 21111 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 211 / Section 21111: Liability for acts of officers and agents
Liability for acts of officers and agents
Status: in_force

The corporation is liable for the acts of its officers and agents acting within the scope of their authority.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1294.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

21111
36:2409.
June 12, 1984, Pub. L. 98–314, §9, 98 Stat. 238.
36 U.S.C. § 40728B (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 407 / Subchapter II / Section 40728B: Recovery of excess rifles, ammunition, and parts granted to foreign countries and transfer to certain persons
Recovery of excess rifles, ammunition, and parts granted to foreign countries and transfer to certain persons
Status: in_force

(a) Authority to Recover.—(1) Subject to paragraph (2) and subsection (b), the Secretary of the Army may acquire from any person any rifle, ammunition, repair parts, or other supplies described in section 40731(a) of this title which were—

(A) provided to any country on a grant basis under the conditions imposed by section 505 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2314) that became excess to the needs of such country; and

(B) lawfully acquired by such person.

(2) The Secretary of the Army may not acquire anything under paragraph (1) except for transfer to a person in the United States under subsection (c).

(3) The Secretary of the Army may accept rifles, ammunition, repair parts, or other supplies under paragraph (1) notwithstanding section 1342 of title 31.

(b) Cost of Recovery.—The Secretary of the Army may not acquire anything under subsection (a) if the United States would incur any cost for such acquisition.

(c) Availability for Transfer.—Any rifles, ammunition, repair parts, or supplies acquired under subsection (a) shall be available for transfer in the United States to the person from whom acquired if such person—

(1) is licensed as a manufacturer, importer, or dealer pursuant to section 923(a) of title 18; and

(2) uses an ammunition depot of the Army that is an eligible facility for receipt of any rifles, ammunition, repair parts, or supplies under this paragraph.

(d) Market Value.—The Secretary of the Army may only transfer an item under subsection (c) if the Secretary receives fair market value for the item.

(e) Contracts.—Notwithstanding section 3201(e) of title 10, the Secretary may enter into such contracts or cooperative agreements on a sole source basis pursuant to paragraphs (4) and (5) of section 3204(a) 1 to carry out this section.

(f) AECA.—Transfers authorized under this section may only be made in accordance with applicable provisions of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. 2778).

(g) Rifle Defined.—In this section, the term "rifle" has the meaning given such term in section 921 of title 18.

(Added Pub. L. 114–328, div. A, title X, §1096(a), Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2440; amended Pub. L. 117–81, div. A, title XVII, §1702(l)(7), Dec. 27, 2021, 135 Stat. 2160.)

Editorial Notes

References in Text

The Arms Export Control Act, referred to in subsec. (f), is Pub. L. 90–629, Oct. 22, 1968, 82 Stat. 1320, which is classified principally to chapter 39 (§2751 et seq.) of Title 22, Foreign Relations and Intercourse. For complete classification of this Act to the Code, see Short Title note set out under section 2751 of Title 22 and Tables.

Amendments

2021—Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 117–81 substituted "section 3201(e)" for "subsection (k) of section 2304" and "section 3204(a)" for "subsection (c) of such section".

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Report on Acquisition and Transfer

Pub. L. 114–328, div. A, title X, §1096(d), Dec. 23, 2016, 130 Stat. 2441, provided that:

"(1) Report required.—Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act [Dec. 23, 2016], the Secretary of the Army shall submit to the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Relations of the Senate and the Committee on Armed Services and the Committee on Foreign Affairs of the House of Representatives a report on the acquisition and transfer of excess rifles, ammunition, repair parts, and other supplies described in section 40731(a) of title 36, United States Code, that were provided to a country on a grant basis under the conditions imposed by section 505 of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 [22 U.S.C. 2314]. The report shall include each of the following:

"(A) A list of excess rifles, ammunition, repair parts, and other supplies known to the United States Army as eligible for transfer under section 40731(a) of title 36, United States Code.

"(B) An assessment of whether and how the Secretary of the Army intends to use the authorities under section 40728B of title 36, United States Code, as added by this section.

"(C) Any other issue that the Secretary of the Army considers appropriate.

"(2) Prohibition on transfers pending submittal of report.—No rifle, ammunition, repair part, or supplies acquired under section 40728B(a) of title 36, United States Code, may be transferred until the date that is 90 days after the date of the submittal of the report required under paragraph (1)."

1 So in original. Probably means section 3204(a) of title 10.
36 U.S.C. § 130 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1 / Section 130: National Poison Prevention Week
National Poison Prevention Week
Status: in_force

The President is requested to issue each year a proclamation designating the third week in March as National Poison Prevention Week to aid in encouraging the people of the United States to learn of the dangers of accidental poisoning and to take preventive measures that are warranted by the seriousness of the danger.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1260.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

130
36:165.
Sept. 26, 1961, Pub. L. 87–319, 75 Stat. 681.

Executive Documents

Proc. No. 8484. National Poison Prevention Week

Proc. No. 8484, Mar. 15, 2010, 75 F.R. 13215, provided:

Since 1962, during National Poison Prevention Week we alert American families about the dangers of accidental poisonings and provide information on safety measures that can prevent senseless injuries and deaths. With nearly two million poison exposures reported each year, we must take every precaution to guard against these preventable tragedies.

Sadly, more than half of all reported poisonings involve children under the age of six, and the vast majority take place in the home. Parents should keep household chemicals and medicines in child-proof containers, beyond the reach of their children. Thanks to safety regulations and awareness campaigns like National Poison Prevention Week, childhood death rates from unintentional poisonings have fallen considerably. However, adult death rates have steadily risen in recent years.

We must each remember to read labels thoroughly before taking medications, to keep medicines in their original packaging, and to dispose of them properly. Consulting a physician before combining prescription drugs or using them with alcohol also reduces our risks.

In the event of an accidental poisoning, crucial information and immediate action can save lives. Individuals can call the toll-free national poison control hotline at 1–800–222–1222 to be connected to one of dozens of local poison control centers, which are open 24 hours every day. These centers provide emergency assistance, offer guidance on poison prevention, and answer questions concerning potential exposure.

To encourage Americans to learn more about the dangers of accidental poisonings and to take appropriate preventive measures, the Congress, by joint resolution approved September 26, 1961, as amended (75 Stat. 681), has authorized and requested the President to issue a proclamation designating the third week of March each year as "National Poison Prevention Week."

NOW, THEREFORE, I, BARACK OBAMA, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim the third week of March of each year as National Poison Prevention Week. I call upon all Americans to observe this week by taking actions to protect their families from hazardous household materials and from the misuse of prescription medications.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand this fifteenth day of March, in the year of our Lord two thousand ten, and of the Independence of the United States of America the two hundred and thirty-fourth.

Barack Obama.
36 U.S.C. § 153707 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 1537 / Section 153707: Restrictions
Restrictions
Status: in_force

(a) Stock and Dividends.—The corporation may not issue stock or declare or pay a dividend.

(b) Political Activities.—The corporation or an officer or agent as such may not contribute to, support, or assist a political party or candidate for public office.

(c) Distribution of Income or Assets.—The income or assets of the corporation may not inure to the benefit of, or be distributed to, an officer or member during the life of the corporation or on its dissolution or final liquidation. This subsection does not prevent the payment of reasonable compensation to an officer or reimbursement for actual necessary expenses in amounts approved by the council of administration of the corporation.

(d) Loans.—The corporation may not make a loan or advance to an officer or member of the corporation. Members of the council of administration who vote for or assent to making a loan or advance to an officer or member, and officers who participate in making the loan or advance, are jointly and severally liable to the corporation for the amount of the loan or advance until it is repaid.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1429.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

153707(a)
36:1013.
Sept. 7, 1962, Pub. L. 87–650, §§10, 11, 13, 76 Stat. 504, 505.

153707(b)
36:1011.
 

153707(c)
36:1010(a).
 

153707(d)
36:1010(b).
 

In subsection (a), the words "any shares of" are omitted as unnecessary.

In subsection (c), the words "inure to the benefit of" are substituted for "inure to" for consistency in the revised title.

In subsection (d), the words "or advance" are added in 2 places for consistency in the subsection. In the first sentence, the words "or member" are added for consistency in the subsection.
36 U.S.C. § 30901 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 309 / Section 30901: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—Boy Scouts of America (in this chapter, the "corporation") is a body corporate and politic of the District of Columbia.

(b) Domicile.—The domicile of the corporation is the District of Columbia.

(c) Perpetual Existence.—Except as otherwise provided, the corporation has perpetual existence.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1325.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

30901
36:21.
June 15, 1916, ch. 148, §§1, 2 (words before 2d comma), 39 Stat. 227.

 
36:22 (words before 2d comma).
 

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate executed and unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 220702 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 2207 / Section 220702: Organization
Organization
Status: in_force

(a) Federal Charter.—United States Submarine Veterans of World War II (in this chapter, the "corporation"), a nonprofit corporation incorporated in New Jersey and Colorado, is a federally chartered corporation.

(b) Expiration of Charter.—If the corporation does not comply with any provision of this chapter, the charter granted by this chapter expires.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1479.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

220702(a)
36:1801.
Nov. 20, 1981, Pub. L. 97–83, §§1, 15 (last sentence), 16, 95 Stat. 1094, 1096.

220702(b)
36:1814 (last sentence).
36:1815.

This section is substituted for the source provisions for consistency in the revised title and to eliminate unnecessary words.
36 U.S.C. § 2103 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 21 / Section 2103: Administrative
Administrative
Status: in_force

(a) General Authority.—Subject to appropriations made to carry out this chapter, the American Battle Monuments Commission may—

(1) acquire land or an interest in land in a foreign country to carry out the purposes of this chapter, or an executive order conferring duties and powers on the Commission, without submission to the Attorney General under section 3111 of title 40;

(2) maintain, repair, and operate motor-propelled passenger-carrying vehicles and other property that another department, agency, or instrumentality of the United States Government provides to the Commission;

(3) establish offices in the District of Columbia and elsewhere in or outside the United States;

(4) rent office and garage space, which may be paid for in advance, in foreign countries; and

(5) procure printing, binding, engraving, lithographing, photographing, and typewriting, including the publication of information on United States activities, battlefields, memorials, and cemeteries with respect to which the Commission may exercise any duties and powers.

(b) Disposition of Land.—Under conditions and in the manner the Commission decides is proper, the Commission may dispose of land or an interest in land in a foreign country that the Commission acquires in connection with its work.

(c) Contracting Out.—Notwithstanding the requirements of existing laws or regulations, the Commission, under conditions the Commission decides are necessary and proper, may contract for work, supplies, materials, and equipment outside or for use outside the United States and engage the services of architects and other technical and professional personnel.

(d) Delegation.—Under conditions the Commission may prescribe, the Commission may delegate to its Chairman, secretary, or officials in charge of any of its offices any of its authority it considers necessary and proper.

(e) Solicitation and Receipt of Contributions.—(1) The Commission may solicit and receive funds and in-kind donations and gifts from any State, municipal, or private source to carry out the purposes of this chapter. The Commission shall deposit such funds in a separate account in the Treasury. Funds from that account shall be disbursed upon vouchers approved by the Chairman of the Commission.

(2) The Commission shall establish written guidelines setting forth the criteria to be used in determining whether the acceptance of funds and in-kind donations and gifts under paragraph (1) would—

(A) reflect unfavorably on the ability of the Commission, or any member or employee of the Commission, to carry out the responsibilities or official duties of the Commission in a fair and objective manner; or

(B) compromise the integrity or the appearance of the integrity of the programs of the Commission or any official involved in those programs.

(f) Limitation on Use of Contributions.—The Commission may not obligate, withdraw, or expend amounts received as contributions before March 1, 1998.

(g) Statements to President.—The Commission shall transmit to the President on October 1 of each year a statement of all its financial and other transactions during the prior fiscal year.

(h) Financial Statements and Audits.—The Commission shall have a system of financial controls to enable the Commission to comply with the requirements of section 3515 of title 31 and with section 2106(d)(4) of this title.

(i) Disposition of Records and Archives.—When no longer required by the Commission, the records and archives of the Commission shall be deposited with the National Archives in accordance with section 2107 of title 44.

(j) Seal.—The Commission shall have a seal that shall be judicially noticed.

(k) Disbursements Outside Continental United States.—Disbursements for expenditures outside the continental United States may be made by a special disbursing agent designated by the Commission under regulations it prescribes.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1270; Pub. L. 106–117, title VI, §§602, 604(3), Nov. 30, 1999, 113 Stat. 1578, 1580; Pub. L. 107–217, §3(i)(1), Aug. 21, 2002, 116 Stat. 1300; Pub. L. 112–234, §2(g), Dec. 28, 2012, 126 Stat. 1625.)

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Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

2103(a)
36:138b (1st par.).
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §12 (1st–3d, last pars.), 42 Stat. 1509; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317; July 25, 1956, ch. 721, §§2(c), (d), 4(c)(1), (2), 70 Stat. 640, 641.

2103(b)
36:137.
Feb. 11, 1927, ch. 104, §1 (5th proviso in par. under heading "American Battle Monuments Commission"), 44 Stat. 1071.

 
36:138b (3d par.).
 

2103(c)
36:138b (2d par.).
 

2103(d)
36:138b (last par.).
 

2103(e)
36:128.
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §7, 42 Stat. 1509; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317.

2103(f)
36:138d(c).
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §14, as added Oct. 9, 1996, Pub. L. 104–275, title VI, §602(b), 110 Stat. 3345.

2103(g)
36:131.
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §8, 42 Stat. 1509; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317; July 25, 1956, ch. 721, §2(c), (d), 70 Stat. 640; Apr. 21, 1976, Pub. L. 94–273, §3(19), 90 Stat. 377.

2103(h)
36:138d(a), (b).
 

2103(i)
36:138.
Mar. 4, 1923, ch. 283, §9, 42 Stat. 1509; June 26, 1946, ch. 502, 60 Stat. 317; July 25, 1956, ch. 721, §§2(c), (d), 4(a), 70 Stat. 640, 641.

2103(j)
36:136.
Feb. 11, 1927, ch. 104, §1 (3d proviso in par. under heading "American Battle Monuments Commission"), 44 Stat. 1071.

2103(k)
36:133.
Feb. 11, 1927, ch. 104, §1 (last proviso in par. under heading "American Battle Monuments Commission"), 44 Stat. 1071.

In this section, the word "terms" is omitted as included in "conditions".

In subsection (a), before clause (1), the words "or appropriations" are omitted because of 1:1. In clauses (1) and (5), the words "duties and powers" are substituted for "functions" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the United States Code. In clause (2), the words "department, agency, or instrumentality" are substituted for "departments" for consistency in the revised title and with other titles of the Code.

In subsection (b), the text of 36:137 is omitted as superseded. The words "which has been or may after June 26, 1946, be" and "Provided, That this subsection shall not be effective until the expiration of the Surplus Property Act of 1944" are omitted as obsolete. Section 38 of the Surplus Property Act of 1944 (ch. 479, 58 Stat. 784) provided that the Act was to expire 3 years after the cessation of hostilities of World War II. The cessation of hostilities was proclaimed on December 31, 1946, by Proclamation No. 2714, 12 Fed. Reg. 1. However, section 602(a)(1) of the Federal Property and Administrative Services Act of 1949 (ch. 288, 63 Stat. 399) [renumbered by section 6(a) and (b) of the Act of September 5, 1950 (ch. 849, 64 Stat. 583)] repealed the Surplus Property Act of 1944 effective July 1, 1949 (except for sections 13(d), (g), and (h), 28, and 32(b)(2)). Section 13(d), concerning power transmission lines, and section 13(g), concerning property for public airports, do not involve the American Battle Monuments Commission. Section 13(h) was repealed by section 2 of the Act of August 4, 1972 (Public Law 92–362, 86 Stat. 504). Section 28 was repealed by section 21 of the Act of June 25, 1948 (ch. 645, 62 Stat. 868). Section 32(b)(2) was repealed by section 111(a)(1) of the Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (Public Law 87–256, 75 Stat. 538).

In subsection (c), the words "in its discretion", "by contract or otherwise", and "firms of architects" are omitted as unnecessary.

Editorial Notes

Amendments

2012—Subsec. (h). Pub. L. 112–234 substituted "of section 3515 of title 31" for "of paragraph (2) of this subsection", struck out par. (1) designation before "The Commission", and struck out par. (2) which required the Commission to prepare and submit a financial statement by March 1 of each year beginning with 1998 and to obtain an audit by the Comptroller General of each such financial statement.

2002—Subsec. (a)(1). Pub. L. 107–217 substituted "section 3111 of title 40" for "section 355 of the Revised Statutes (40 U.S.C. 255)".

1999—Subsec. (d). Pub. L. 106–117, §604(3)(C), substituted "Chairman" for "chairman".

Subsec. (e). Pub. L. 106–117, §602, amended heading and text of subsec. (e) generally. Prior to amendment, text read as follows: "The Commission may receive State, local, or private amounts to carry out this chapter. The Commission shall deposit the amounts with the Treasurer of the United States. The Treasurer shall keep the amounts in separate accounts and shall disburse the amounts on vouchers approved by the chairman."

Subsec. (h)(2)(A)(i). Pub. L. 106–117, §604(3)(A), struck out ", United States Code" after "title 31".

Subsec. (i). Pub. L. 106–117, §604(3)(B), struck out ", United States Code" after "title 44".
36 U.S.C. § 70310 (2024) — Title 36: PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONS / Chapter 703 / Section 70310: Service of process
Service of process
Status: in_force

The corporation shall comply with the law on service of process of each State in which it is incorporated and each State in which it carries on activities.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1351.)

Historical and Revision Notes

Revised 
Section
Source (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)

70310
36:2204.
Jan. 8, 1983, Pub. L. 97–427, §4, 96 Stat. 2265.