Sec. 886.103. ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION, CONSTITUTION, AND BYLAWS. (a) The articles of association of a local mutual aid association must state:
(1) the name of the association, which must be distinctly different from other associations operating in the same area;
(2) the purpose for which the association is created, including the upper and lower age limits of individuals to whom benefit certificates may be issued;
(3) the location of the principal office of the association;
(4) the territory in which the association will engage in business;
(5) the titles of the officers of the association; and
(6) the number of directors of the association.
(b) The constitution and bylaws of the association may not violate, and must be in harmony with, this chapter.
Added by Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 1419, Sec. 1, eff. June 1, 2003.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 6 - Organization of Insurers and Related Entities
Subtitle E - Mutual and Fraternal Companies and Related Entities
Chapter 886 - Local Mutual Aid Associations
Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of Association
Section 886.101. General Powers of Association
Section 886.102. Applicability of Texas Non-Profit Corporation Act
Section 886.103. Articles of Association, Constitution, and Bylaws
Section 886.104. Benefits Authorized
Section 886.105. Territorial Limitations
Section 886.106. Connection With Other Associations Prohibited
Section 886.107. Annual Statement; Filing Fee