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(a) Board of directors.--(1) The number of directors of the corporation shall be at least three but not more than 15. The directors shall be divided into a specified number of classes. Each class shall hold office for a definite period of years as provided in the bylaws.
(2) A majority of the directors must be present at a meeting of directors to constitute a quorum. A majority vote of the directors present at a meeting at which there is a quorum is necessary for the transaction of business.
(3) A director may be removed at any time for just and proper cause by a majority vote of a quorum of directors present at a meeting called for that purpose.
(4) A vacancy in the office of director may be filled by a majority vote of a quorum of the remaining directors present at a meeting called for that purpose. A director elected to fill a vacancy serves until the next annual meeting of the corporation.
(b) Officers.--The officers of the corporation and their manner of election, term of office, duties, and powers are as provided in the bylaws.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - 36 U.S.C. § 30304 - U.S. Code - Unannotated Title 36. Patriotic and National Observances, Ceremonies, and Organizations § 30304. Governing body - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/us/title-36-patriotic-and-national-observances-ceremonies-and-organizations/36-usc-sect-30304/
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