OMA BOT Book 4.24.2024

7. Delegates are also welcome to speak to any item of business of the house – however, if it is not clearly upholding the policies, positions and strategic objectives of the OMA, the delegate should indicate that they are speaking on behalf of themselves. 8. In the event that coalition support is received, the delegate can testify on behalf of the coalition – for example – speaking on behalf of OMA with support from the Western Mountain States or with support from AAFP, etc. 9. During the meeting, if there are contentious items, delegates are entrusted with making decisions that are in the best interest of the society. 10. Delegate / Alternate Delegate – only one may participate in voting at a time. Because the meetings are several days long, this is a significant burden for 1 person, particularly at the annual meeting. With an alternate, the delegate and alternate can trade off. Typically, the person who attended the reference committee being debated is given the opportunity to participate in the voting, although sometimes the delegate and alternate just divide the time based on days / times. 11. Following the meeting, the delegate(s) should provide a brief report to the EC / Board primarily updating on obesity-related business, but also news from the Caucus, and any other big ticket items from the meeting. (see outreach policy statement) Between Meetings Between meetings, a lot of business still happens. Items may include:

1. Drafting our own resolutions for introduction. 2. Rounding up support for our resolution(s). 3. Participating in other resolutions we may be asked to sign on to. 4. Maintaining relationships with colleagues. 5. Status updates from AMA staffers – example, on obesity education, etc.