Michigan § 450.144 - Local lodges; powers as to property; parent corporation, supervision.
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§ 450.144. Local lodges; powers as to property; parent corporation, supervision.
Same; powers in relation to property. Every such local lodge shall have the same right to hold, own and dispose of property, both real and personal as is granted in this act to non-profit corporations generally; and such local lodge shall be subject to the discipline, visitation and guidance of the parent corporation, or other higher jurisdictions as the plan of higher organization may prescribe.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 450.144 cover?
Section 450.144 ("Local lodges; powers as to property; parent corporation, supervision.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. 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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