BYLAWS COMMITTEE

Bylaws are the written rules that outline the structure, duties, and rights of members, officers, and committees. They include details about elections, voting, meetings, officer duties, and how to make changes to the rules. They can also guide how leadership transitions happen, prevent misunderstandings, and help resolve conflicts. Bylaws are critical for keeping FNSA and local SNA chapters organized, consistent, and legally compliant. Moreover, chapter bylaws allow schools to get approved for constituency status and appropriate number of delegates to represent their school in the annual House of Delegates. Please note that the 2025 FNSA House of Delegates has voted to combine the Bylaws Committee with the Policies and Peer Review Committees upon the adoption of the 2026 FNSA Bylaws.

This committee is chaired by the 1st Vice President voted into position at the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year. Committee members are welcome to apply here at any time following the annual state convention. Their appointment continues for one year or up to six months following graduation.
Committee members are expected to review and update FNSA bylaws as needed, and provide updates to the FNSA Executive Board and its constituents. Members are encouraged to attend committee meetings, make suggestions to changes as they see fit, and promote student engagement in bylaw definition and advancement. They oversee the amendment process and prepare proposed changes for vote at the annual House of Delegates.The Bylaws Committee is tasked with reviewing and maintaining FNSA Bylaws for accuracy and relevance. Members also assist school chapters by reviewing their bylaws and ensuring they align with FNSA and NSNA standards.
FNSA Bylaws - Article VII, Section 10
SECTION 10. The Committee on Bylaws shall:
1. Be chaired by the First Vice-President and consist of members who represent each region of the state, when possible.
2. Receive suggestions for amendments to these bylaws.
3. Submit all proposed amendments to the Executive Board of this association and the NSNA Committee on Bylaws for review and approval.
4. Submit proposed amendments for the following year to all FNSA chapters at least two months prior to the annual meeting.
5. Review the respective bylaws and subsequent amendments of constituent associations and refer recommendations for action thereof to the Executive Association, Section 3, of these bylaws.
6. Perform all other duties pertaining to the office.
- Submit amendment ideas and serve on the Bylaws Committee
- Confirm your school’s constituency status annually by submitting your bylaws to the 1st Vice President
- Review and revise FNSA and your SNA chapter’s bylaws as needed
- Encourage your school to participate at the House of Delegates where bylaw changes are voted on