The Chairperson and possible members of the standing committees shall be appointed by the President every two (2) years by the approval of the Board. The Committee shall consist of a Chairman, usually a member of the Board and at least two (2) other active members. A majority of the members shall constitute a quorum.

A. Bylaws and Policy Committee
1. Reviews bylaws biennially to assure that they are in keeping with the philosophy and objectives of the Association, and based on this review submits recommendations to the Board of Directors.
2. Prepares and submits amendments, policies, and procedures which are considered to be advisable to facilitate the activities of this Association.
3. Presents the proposed amendments to the membership after review by the Board of Directors at least thirty (30) days prior to the voting.
4. Assists the Association in interpreting and implementing the bylaws.

B. Membership Committee

1. Promotes recruitment and enlarges the membership of the Association through marketing methods such as mail-outs and solicitation.
2. Encourages interest of potential and current members to actively participate in meetings and activities of the Association.
3. Maintains the roster of membership current and up to date in terms of paid dues.
4. Communicates and submits to PNAA the roster of membership for national election purposes as well as fiscal obligations as per PNAA requirement(s).

C. Education Committee

1. Promotes and maintains the educational goals of the Association.
2. Assists members in identifying and fulfilling their professional goals and responsibilities in the area of continuing education, upward mobility and career growth.
3. Plans and implements educational programs to meet membership needs.
4. Submits annual budget proposal for each educational program for Board approval.
5. Maintains records of every educational program that includes learning objectives, course outline, and program evaluation.
6. Maintain provider status of continuing education.

D. Budget and Finance Committee

1. Prepares an annual budget based on recommendations from the standing committees and the President during the biennial strategic meeting.
2. Presents prepared budget to the Board of Directors for approval prior to the annual business meeting.
3. Monitors the financial viability of the Association and submits recommendations to the Board for approval.
E. Public Relations and Professional Liaison Committee

1. Investigates and explores possible means of promoting the interest of the Association in the community.
2. Carries out measures and activities to increase interest in the Association.
3. Establishes liaison and cooperative relationships with other professional nursing organizations.
4. Serves as a communication body in collaborative efforts of the Association and other professional nursing associations towards improving and maintaining standards for the nursing profession.

F. Ways and Means Committee

1. Secures funds to augment the treasury based on the NY State Law for non-profit organizations.
2. Submits annual fundraising activity proposal to the Board for approval.
3. Carries out measures to promote and sustain interest of the community in supporting the fundraising activities of the Association.
4. Collaborates with the budget and finance and educational committees in chairing registration process during all PNA-NY activities.

G. Nomination and Election Committee

- Refer to Article VII Section 1C.

H. Human Rights and Legislative Committee

1. Evaluates developments and issues relating to human rights.
2. Recommends relevant policies and positions on human rights to the Board of Directors at meetings.
3. Disseminates and communicates information on human rights and legislative proposals to members, other nurses, health professionals and the public. These issues may directly or indirectly affect the members of the Association.
4. Addresses and responds to concerns related to equal opportunity in human rights.
5. Collaborates with other organizations/agencies in addressing and supporting legislation that affect the nursing profession and healthcare.

I. Newsletter

1. Responsible in establishing Newsletter policies and procedures.
2. Solicits articles from members for publication in the PNA-NY Newsletter quarterly.
3. Ensures that submitted articles meet PRIDE criteria established by PNAA.
4. Ensures that editorial staff will observe publishing ethics during article selection.

J. Information Technology Committee

1. Responsible in establishing Website Policies and Procedures.
2. Maintains records of domain name and hosting services renewal.
3. Coordinates with other committees to ensure that all PNA-activities are posted in the website
4 .Collaborates with the Newsletter Committee to ensure that Web contents remain current and
updated quarterly.
5. Collaborate with the web developer in updating contents monthly: calendar of events, latest PNA
activities, announcements.
6. Communicates to the Board all inquiries received through email.
7. Seeks Board approval prior to responding to any inquiry or as directed.
8. Submits annual budget of website maintenance to the Board for approval.
9. Responsible for resolving issues that affect connectivity and/or access to PNA-NY website.

Section IV: Ad hoc/Special Committees
Ad hoc/Special Committees are appointed by the President with the approval of the Board of Directors for a specified special activity or project.

A. The Chairman and members of the ad hoc/special committee shall be appointed by the President with the approval of the Board of Directors. Composition will be a chairman and at least two (2) members; majority presence shall constitute a quorum.
B. Upon project completion, a report, with its conclusions, finding and recommendations, is submitted to the President and the committee is dissolved.

Section V: Committee Reports
Each committee chairman submits a written report at the annual meetings of the Board of Directors and at the annual business meeting of the general membership. One copy of the President and another copy to the Recording Secretary for historical data file.

Section VI
All committees shall function under the direction of the Board of Directors.