17.1.2.120 EFFECTIVE DATE OF ARTICLES.

(a) Articles of incorporation are effective and corporate existence begins when the articles of incorporation are filed with the Tribal Services Director accompanied by a payment of $________, which includes a $_______ incorporation fee in addition to the $_______ filing fee.

(b) Articles of amendment are effective when filed with the Tribal Services Director or at another time within 30 days after filing if the articles of amendment so provide.