American Samoa § 16.2109 - Existence for public education benefit

Full text of American Samoa American Samoa Code Annotated § 16.2109 — Existence for public education benefit, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 16.2109. Existence for public education benefit

The Foundation exists and operates solely for the benefit of public education and is exempt from any taxes or assessments on any of its property, operations, or activities. The Foundation is liable for its debts and obligations. The government is not responsible for any such debts or obligations except in such cases where federal program regulations require provisional support by a government agency or the government itself.

Source: official American Samoa text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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What does American Samoa Code Annotated § 16.2109 cover?

Section 16.2109 ("Existence for public education benefit") is part of the American Samoa Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of American Samoa. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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Is this the official text of American Samoa law?

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