^{Key Terms}

^{Bylaws - basic rules governing the internal affairs of the organization.}

^{Constituent association - A school or state association that has met the requirements for constituency in NSNA - state approved associate degree, diploma, baccalaureate and generic masters and doctoral programs are eligible for NSNA Constituency Status.}

^{Corporate charter (Articles of Incorporation) legal document containing the name, purpose, officers and any other information required by the state in which the organization is incorporated.}

^{Main motion - A proposal that brings a particular subject before the assembly for consideration and action.}

^{Policy - a definite course of action or position adopted by a board of directors, house of delegates, or any other authorized voting body.}

^{Procedure - set method of conducting and managing business.}

^{Quorum - the minimum number of officers and members of a constituted body that must be present for the valid transaction of business.}

^{Resolution - A main motion put in writing on a subject of great importance expressed in formal wording.}

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