36 U.S. Code § 154703 - Purposes

The purposes of the corporation are as provided in the bylaws and articles of incorporation 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 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.

(Pub. L. 105–225, Aug. 12, 1998, 112 Stat. 1437.)

Historical and Revision Notes
Revised Section	Source (U.S. Code)	Source (Statutes at Large)
154703	36:4003.	Apr. 6, 1988, Pub. L. 100–281, § 3, 102 Stat. 73.