August 2000 • Volume 6 • Number 8
AAFP Congress to consider three Bylaws amendments
The AAFP Congress of Delegates, at its Sept. 18-20 meeting in Dallas, will consider three Bylaws amendments:
The first would delete the definition of "family physician" from the Bylaws because the definition may need to be revised. The Committee on Bylaws considered revisions but decided the current definition is appropriate for purposes of the Bylaws. The committee recommends not adopting the amendment.
The second proposal would clarify that international membership in AAFP is available only to physicians who practice outside the United States and who satisfy all other criteria specified in the Bylaws. The committee recommends adoption.
The third amendment would authorize the executive vice president to appoint one or more assistant secretaries of the corporation, subject to approval by the AAFP Board. The assistant secretary could attest to the authenticity of the EVP's signature and certify corporate actions. The committee recommends adoption.
Note: Beginning this year, the Congress will meet from Monday to Wednesday, a change from the traditional Tuesday-to-Thursday schedule.
To see the proposed amendments, access http://www.aafp.org/members/bylaws or call (800) 274-2237, Ext. 6452, for a copy of them.
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