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36 U.S.C. 80504: MembershipText contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 36-PATRIOTIC AND NATIONAL OBSERVANCES, CEREMONIES, AND ORGANIZATIONSCHAPTER 805-GOLD STAR WIVES OF AMERICA
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§80504. Membership

(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, or national origin.

( Pub. L. 105–225 , Aug. 12, 1998 , 112 Stat. 1363 .)

Historical and Revision Notes

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Section

Source (U.S. Code)

Source (Statutes at Large)

80504(a)

36:1605.

Dec. 4, 1980, Pub. L. 96–497, §§ 3 (related to discrimination in membership), 5, 94 Stat. 2595.

80504(b)

36:1603 (related to discrimination in membership).