Massachusetts § 40 - Methodist Episcopal churches; organization
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 40 — Methodist Episcopal churches; organization, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40. Methodist Episcopal churches; organization
Section 40. The trustees of any society of the United Methodist Church, or of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, appointed according to the Discipline or usages thereof, respectively, or as such society chooses, may organize and become a corporation with the powers and duties prescribed by chapter one hundred and fifty-five, subject, however, to account to the charge conference of such society according to the aforesaid Discipline and usages.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 40
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 40 cover?
Section 40 ("Methodist Episcopal churches; organization") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 40?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 40 apply to my situation?
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