Section A: Removal
The GC may remove members by a two-thirds (2/3) vote at a regular or special meeting of the GC, pursuant to any applicable federal, state, and local laws and also in accordance with the MSCSA governing documents providing:
1. Their duties are not performed as stated in these bylaws;
2. Members are absent for two (2) consecutive GC or Platform Committee meetings or four meetings during their term; and
3. Regions have nor removed their Regional GC or Platform Committee member from their position in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order or by guidelines adopted by the region; or
4. Cabinet members have excessive unexcused absences from Cabinet meetings.
Section B: Resignations and Vacancies
If a GC or Platform Committee member resigns, a letter of resignation must be submitted to the President (Vice-President if the President is resigning). The President shall notify all CSGs within five (5) days of the vacancy.
Section C: Succession
If the President resigns or is removed from the office, the Vice-President assumes the presidency. In the event the Vice-President cannot accept the vacancy in the presidential office, a special election shall occur at the next GA or GC meeting.
Section D: Filling Vacancies
Cabinet member and At-Large positions, other than President, that become vacant, shall be filled by election. The Steering Committee shall handle the election procedure. The GC shall fill the position by a majority vote (more than half). If the office of the Presidents’ Group Representative becomes vacant, that position shall be filled by an election by the Presidents’ Group.
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