After December 31, 2017, it is unlawful for a business entity that is not a cooperative entity to:(1) use the term:(A) 'cooperative'; or(B) 'co-op';or a derivative of a term listed in clauses (A) and (B) as part of the name or title of the business entity if the use of the term would create a substantial likelihood of misleading the public by implying that the business entity is a cooperative entity; or(2) advertise or represent the business entity to the public, its customers, or prospective customers:(A) as a cooperative entity; or(B) as an entity operating on a cooperative basis.As added by P.L.97-2017, SEC.3.
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