as in regulations
a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity
the club's bylaws bar any member whose annual dues remain unpaid from voting in the election
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Recent Examples of bylaws
Now, note that the court didn’t explicitly bless the bylaws.
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Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Possible changes could include changes in DXL’s business, corporate structure, certificate of incorporation, bylaws, capitalization, board of directors and management, Zodiac said.
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Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
He was later declared ineligible according to the association’s bylaws.
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Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
In June 2016, one of Butler’s accusers, Sarah Powers-Barnhard, sued the AAU, alleging that the organization violated its own bylaws by allowing Butler to remain involved.
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Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
22 June 2026
In February 2026, the board approved a bylaws amendment that ensures equity in board representation among branches.
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Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
Instead of immediately rolling out recommendations, organizers said the task force spent its first several months building relationships with families and community members, developing bylaws and establishing leadership structures.
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Uc Berkeley,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Therefore, the condominium board cannot adopt rules that are directly inconsistent with the provisions of the condominium declaration and bylaws.
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Howard Dakoff,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
The Florida Department of Transportation Design Manual, the bylaws for road agencies in Florida, says roadways should maintain full width along their shoulders, but allows a reduction when needed.
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Natalia Jaramillo,
Orlando Sentinel,
30 Nov. 2024
Brett Owens,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2026
Possible changes could include changes in DXL’s business, corporate structure, certificate of incorporation, bylaws, capitalization, board of directors and management, Zodiac said.
—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
23 June 2026
He was later declared ineligible according to the association’s bylaws.
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Chuck Schilken,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
In June 2016, one of Butler’s accusers, Sarah Powers-Barnhard, sued the AAU, alleging that the organization violated its own bylaws by allowing Butler to remain involved.
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Daniel Libit,
Sportico.com,
22 June 2026
In February 2026, the board approved a bylaws amendment that ensures equity in board representation among branches.
—
Pete Hammond,
Deadline,
15 June 2026
Instead of immediately rolling out recommendations, organizers said the task force spent its first several months building relationships with families and community members, developing bylaws and establishing leadership structures.
—
Uc Berkeley,
Mercury News,
15 June 2026
Therefore, the condominium board cannot adopt rules that are directly inconsistent with the provisions of the condominium declaration and bylaws.
—
Howard Dakoff,
Chicago Tribune,
14 June 2026
The Florida Department of Transportation Design Manual, the bylaws for road agencies in Florida, says roadways should maintain full width along their shoulders, but allows a reduction when needed.
—
Natalia Jaramillo,
Orlando Sentinel,
30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bylaws
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Kirkmeyer has campaigned on affordability and safety issues, Bottoms is pushing for a redo of the state's education system among other things and Marx wants to cut regulations and lower the cost of living.
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The investigation also compliments previous claims that CCC’s regulations impede coastal infrastructure projects, which has drawn criticism from multiple political fronts over the last year.
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That includes the 2013 Supreme Court decision that allowed states and counties with a history of discriminatory voting rules to make changes without prior approval from the Department of Justice.
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While there are a few unspoken rules for the main course—most people stick to the classic protein, starch, and vegetable combo—appetizers can be practically anything.
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Starting in the late 1950s and accelerating in the 1970s, several states enacted laws that required a date label on certain foods.
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The statement also said Blue Island police are focused on preventing crime, responding to emergencies and enforcing state and local laws, not federal immigration enforcement, as that’s the responsibility of federal agencies.
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“Bylaws.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bylaws. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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