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HomePublic Utilities CodeDiv. 1Pt. 4Ch. 1Art. 9§ 3173 Association Membership Rights

§ 3173 Association Membership Rights

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§ 3173 Association Membership Rights

Key Takeaways

  • •Groups can join or buy shares in other groups.
  • •This is allowed for any type of group or organization.
  • •It helps groups work together or invest in each other.

Example

A local sports club wants to buy shares in a bigger sports company.

The law says this is okay. The sports club can do it if they want to.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 3173 Association Membership Rights

Any association may become a member or stockholder of any other association. (Added by Stats. 1987, Ch. 680, Sec. 1.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

stockorganizationassociation

Related Statutes

  • § 3172 Nonstock Association Member Representation
  • § 3171 Gas Producer Membership Rules
  • § 3174 Membership Certificate Requirements
  • § 3176 Member Stock Ownership Limits
  • § 3177 Stock Transfer Restrictions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Public Utilities Code. Section 3173.
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