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Elections and Bylaw Votes

Every Election Matters

When you vote, you’re helping determine the future direction of the association, the priorities it pursues and the leadership that represents you in Washington, D.C. and across the profession.

Voting Opens September 24 for Proposed Changes to the NFDA Bylaws

There are two sets of proposed Bylaw changes put before NFDA members for their consideration. The first change is related to the proposed merger with Selected Independent Funeral Homes. The second set of changes are drafted to clean up and update certain provisions.


Beginning September 24, qualified NFDA members may vote electronically for proposed NFDA Bylaws changes. Voting will remain open through 4 p.m. CT on Wednesday, October 7.

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The Board Election Process, Clearly Explained

NFDA holds two types of board elections each year:

Officer Elections (President-elect, Treasurer, Secretary): All eligible NFDA members vote. If a seat is contested, an electronic election runs for a 14-day period, typically in June. Candidates are profiled in The Director — officers in the June issue, At-large Representatives in the July issue.

At-large Representative Elections: At-large Representatives are elected during the Voting Forum at the Leadership Conference. State Association Representatives cast votes on behalf of their state associations.
Results are announced following the election period, and the new leadership year begins at the conclusion of the NFDA International Convention & Expo.

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Interested in serving? The call for candidates opens each January NFDA seeks applicants for open Board seats annually. The call for candidates typically opens in early January and closes in early February. To be eligible, candidates must meet the qualifications for the specific position sought, including, for Treasurer, prior service on the NFDA Board within the past five years.

Applications are reviewed by the Leadership Development Committee. All candidates must be current NFDA members in good standing and meet position-specific requirements detailed in the application materials. 
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Elections FAQs

All eligible NFDA firm and individual members may vote in officer elections. State Association Representatives vote for At-large Representatives at the Leadership Conference.
Officer elections, if contested, are held electronically for a 14-day period typically in June. At-large elections occur at the Leadership Conference Voting Forum.
Candidate profiles for officers are published in the June issue of The Director; At-large Representative profiles appear in the July issue.
Watch for the annual Call for Candidates, typically open January through early February. Review position qualifications and submit your application by the deadline.
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