RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE

The Resolution Committee is responsible for guiding, reviewing, and preparing all resolutions submitted to the Florida Student Nurses Association. The committee ensures that each resolution is clear, evidence‑based, professionally written, and aligned with the mission, bylaws, and advocacy priorities of FSNA and the National Student Nurses’ Association.

Resolutions are the foundation of FSNA’s advocacy work. They empower nursing students to identify issues, propose solutions, and influence policy at the state and national levels. The Resolution Committee ensures that these proposals are strong, meaningful, and capable of driving positive change in nursing education, practice, and community health.

Please note that the 2025 FNSA House of Delegates has voted to combine the Resolutions Committee with the Legislation and Political Action Committee upon the adoption of the 2026 FNSA Bylaws.

Committee chairs appointed by the FNSA President following 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 work with FNSA and the committee and provide updates to the FNSA Executive Board. They are also tasked with initiating an exchange of ideas and information regarding resolution submissions. Members are encouraged to attend committee meetings and promote student engagement in resolution writing through the following pathways:
- Evaluate clarity, accuracy, relevance, and alignment with FNSA standards of submitted resolutions
- Provide resolution authors with guidance, feedback, and mentorship throughout the writing and revision process.
- Verify that all submissions follow FSNA and NSNA formatting, structure, and citation guidelines.
- Confirm that references are credible, current, and appropriately used.
- Finalize resolutions for presentation to the House of Delegates at the FSNA Annual Convention.
- Help delegates understand the purpose, background, and impact of each resolution.
FNSA Bylaws - Article XII, Section 8
SECTION 8. The Committee on Resolutions shall:
1. Be chaired by a Regional Director appointed to the position by the President and approved by the Executive Board at the post-convention Executive Board meeting.
2. Consist of members from each region of the state, when possible.
3. Provide FNSA chapters with resolutions format.
4. Write resolutions for the Executive Board to present at convention.
5. Edit resolutions presented at convention.
6. Conduct resolution hearing at convention.
7. Submit a state resolution (1) to NSNA for consideration at the National Convention.
8. Implement specified actions as proposed in newly adopted resolutions.
9. Perform all other duties pertaining to the office.
- Host a resolution-writing workshop to help students learn the process.
- Encourage members to submit resolutions on issues impacting nursing students or healthcare.
- Review draft resolutions at chapter meetings for peer feedback.
- Promote advocacy education through presentations or guest speakers.
- Support delegates in understanding and voting on resolutions at the House of Delegates during the annual FNSA Convention.