§ 170104. Powers

adopt and amend a constitution and bylaws;

adopt and alter a corporate seal, emblems, and badges;

choose officers, representatives, and agents as necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

make contracts;

accept gifts, legacies, and devises that will further the purposes of the corporation;

acquire, own, lease, encumber, and transfer property as necessary to carry out the purposes of the corporation;

borrow money, issue instruments of indebtedness, and secure its obligations by granting security interests in its property;

establish, regulate, and discontinue subordinate State and regional organizations and local chapters or posts;

establish and maintain offices to conduct the affairs of the corporation;

publish a magazine, newspaper, and other publications;

sue and be sued; and

do any other act necessary and proper to carry out the purposes of the corporation.