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aims and objectives of the Organization, the demographics of its location and the
Chapter’s recruitment efforts.

Revised Section 1(A and B) on 9/17/13.
Section 2.

Chapter Bylaws

A.

The Chapter shall have bylaws to govern the conduct of its business, consistent with
the National Constitution and Bylaws, and the Chapter bylaws shall not conflict
with the National Constitution and Bylaws.

B.

All such bylaws and amendments thereto shall be submitted to the National
President and the Regional Director, and shall be subject to the approval of the
National Executive Board.

C.

If the Chapter does not abide by the National Bylaws it shall be terminated from
membership (in the Organization).

Section 3

Chapter Penalties

A.

If the Chapter does not comply with Regional or National requirements as outlined
in the National bylaws or the Organization’s standing rules, policies and procedures
or other governing documents, it may be subject to disciplinary action up to an
including termination.

B.

Fines
1.

A fine, recommended by the Regional or National budget committee and
approved by the voting delegates, shall accompany all delinquent per capita
tax reports, financial statements and other assessments.

2.

Fees, such as those for insufficient funds, or for any materials returned to the
National office or its officers shall be paid by the Chapter.

C.

Probation:
The Chapter shall be placed on probation after a 30 day notification
from the National Executive Board when the Chapter’s level of participation falls
below the minimum requirement or when the Chapter violates Chapter or National
bylaws, or displays unacceptable or libelous conduct. The probation period and
conditions of the probation will be determined by the National Executive Board.

D.

Suspension
1.

If the Chapter fails to pay National financial obligations, including National
per capita or assessments, and/or fails to give financial support to the
Foundation it shall be suspended, following a 30 day grace period, subject to
the approval of the National Executive Board. While suspended, the Chapter
forfeits all rights of active membership.
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