United States Code
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§ 190303.
Purposes
The purposes of the corporation are as provided in its articles of incorporation and bylaws and include—
(1)
upholding and defending the Constitution of the United States;
(2)
promoting health, prosperity, and scholarship among its members and their dependents and survivors through benevolent programs;
(3)
assisting veterans and their dependents and survivors through a service program established for that purpose;
(4)
improving conditions for retired enlisted service members, veterans, and their dependents and survivors; and
(5)
fostering fraternal and social activities among its members in recognition that cooperative action is required for the furtherance of their common interests.
cite as: 36 USC 190303
