Austin Area AORN 

POLICY 

BYLAW / POLICY COMMITTEE

PURPOSE:       Review the bylaws and submit recommendations for amendments to the Board                                            
                        of Directors and the membership.
                        Formulate and maintain the policies and procedures of the chapter.

DEFINITION:    A standing committee

# MEMBERS:  A chair, appointed by the President, and two (2) to five (5) members

LENGTH OF APPOINTMENT:  One year

RESPONSIBILITIES:

      1.  Develop and maintain a policy and procedure manual based on the chapter bylaws. 
2.     Prepare and submit recommendations which are considered to be advisable to facilitate the activities of the            chapter.
 3.    Present the proposed amendments to the membership, either by mail or at a regular business meeting, at least 30 days prior to voting.
4.  Possess a current copy of the bylaws and policies.
5.      Review bylaws annually to ensure that they are not in conflict with National’s mission and purpose.
6.      Submit updated copies of the bylaws to AORN, Inc. to document that a review has been done and communicate to AORN, Inc. approved bylaw changes.
7.  Ensure that policies in place for the nominating process, removal of non-functioning officers, committee members and delegates, and processing of money.
8.  Submit a written annual report to the President.

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