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48 U.S.C. 1480: Repealed. Pub. L. 95–584, § 1 , Nov. 2, 1978 , 92 Stat. 2483Text contains those laws in effect through Public Law 119-120 (October 7, 2026).
From Title 48-TERRITORIES AND INSULAR POSSESSIONSCHAPTER 10-TERRITORIAL PROVISIONS OF A GENERAL NATURE
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§§1480, 1480b. Repealed. Pub. L. 95–584, § 1 , Nov. 2, 1978 , 92 Stat. 2483

Section 1480, R.S. § 1890, related to right of religious corporations to hold real estate.

Section 1480a, act Mar. 3, 1887, ch. 397, § 26, 24 Stat. 641, related to real estate necessary for use of congregations.

Section 1480b, act Sept. 22, 1950, ch. 986, 64 Stat. 905, related to inapplicability of sections 1480 and 1480a to Alaska.

Statutory Notes and Related Subsidiaries

Effect of Repeal

Pub. L. 95–584, § 2, Nov. 2, 1978, 92 Stat. 2483, provided that:

“This repeal [repealing sections 1480 to 1480b of this title] may not be considered or construed as endorsement, support, or permission for any development on or other use of any land in any territory or possession of the United States; nor shall it be evidence of congressional or other intent to confirm title to any lands in said territories or possessions claimed by any association, corporation, or other entity for religious or charitable purposes.”