36 — Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations
Chapter
STII/PTB/CH1703
Release
119-84
Release Date
2026-04-17
Section Text
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(a) Eligibility.—Eligibility for membership in the corporation and the rights and privileges of members are as provided in the constitution and bylaws of the corporation.
(b) Nondiscrimination.—The terms of membership may not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, or national origin.
(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1443.)
Historical and Revision Notes
RevisedSectionSource (U.S. Code)Source (Statutes at Large)
170304(a)36:3605 (words before 1st comma).Oct. 7, 1985, Pub. L. 99–119, § 5 (words before 1st comma, words after 1st comma related to discrimination in membership), 99 Stat. 499.
170304(b)36:3605 (words after 1st comma related to discrimination in membership).
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