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Purpose: The purpose of the Legislative Committee shall be to provide leadership to the membership by promoting and monitoring legislation that will affect educational retirees Goals & Responsibilites: Represents the positions of the Association to the ERB, NMRHCA, other appropriate organizations, and the state legislature. Works closely with other identified organizations in mobilizing timely action or involvement to support Association legislative goals. Releases information about relevant pending legislation and encourages unit members to respond quickly and appropriately to NMAER legislative alerts. Designs and implements strategies, using unit members and other educational retiree members for solving identified problems. Presents approved Association positions at public hearings and in communications with public officials at each level of government Committee Profile: The third Vice President shall serve as the chairman. Committee members should be comprised of 5-10 representatives from all geographic areas of the state. Committee members will serve three (3) year terms. Committee members are eligible for reappointment upon completion of their terms. Recommended Calendar: Will meet at the Annual Meeting to establish deadlines for compiling information on future legislation as well as for preparing strategies for the upcoming legislative session.
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