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Bylaws

LWVUS bylaws are adopted at our biannual Conventions. These rules apply to the entire organization.

Bylaws In Depth

LWVUS Convention 2022: Process to Propose Bylaws Amendments

One of the many important business items at the national convention is the review and possible amendment of the LWVUS Bylaws. Below is the process that Leagues should use to propose an amendment. All proposed amendments are reviewed by the Bylaws Committee. 

Training: All About Bylaws

This training on December 15, 2021, explored multiple aspects of bylaws, the legally binding rules that outline how a nonprofit operates. 

2020-22 LWVUS Nominating Committee

Meet the LWVUS Nominating Committee for the 2020-22 biennium.

Sample Bylaws Template

This template can be used by League's looking to create or update their bylaws. 

Fair Campaign Practices Pledges for LWVUS Board of Directors Nominees

All candidates for LWVUS office have been made aware of the following Fair Campaign Pledge. Names will be added to this page as nominees sign the pledge. This pledge is part of the larger Campaign Policy for Candidates for LWVUS Office.

Bylaws and Certificate of Incorporation

The LWVUS Bylaws and the Certificate of Incorporation are available for online reading and as a downloadable PDF. 

Bylaws Committee
Making Decisions Between Board Meetings
LWVEF Trust Agreement

LWVEF Trust Agreement

Leadership Team Structure and Operations

You can run your League with a streamlined management structure.

Parliamentary Guidelines