California §7130

Required provisions in the articles

Statute:
California §7130 · Chapter CORP (Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Governance & Powers · Articles
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

The articles of a mutual benefit corporation must state the corporation's name, that it is a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, and the other required statements — including, for a CID, the Davis-Stirling recitals in Civ. Code §4280.

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Frequently asked

What does California §7130 require?
The articles of a mutual benefit corporation must state the corporation's name, that it is a nonprofit mutual benefit corporation, and the other required statements — including, for a CID, the Davis-Stirling recitals in Civ. Code §4280.
Who does California §7130 apply to?
California §7130 applies to Nonprofit associations in California.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §7130?
Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of California §7130?
The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Required provisions in the articles?
SoShiny stores your bylaws and governing documents in a searchable library with role-based access, so the board sees one thing and members see another. Every edit is timestamped in the audit log — the documentation Florida regulators and a court expect when a board action is later questioned. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §7130 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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