Constitution of the Montgomery County Young Republicans

Preamble

We, the members of the Montgomery County Young Republicans, in order to promote the principles of the Republican Party, encourage civic engagement among young adults, develop principled leaders, and uphold the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Tennessee, do hereby establish and adopt this Constitution as the supreme governing document of this organization.

Article I – Name

The name of this organization shall be the Montgomery County Young Republicans, hereafter referred to as MCYR.

Article II – Purpose and Principles

The purposes of MCYR shall be to:

1. Promote Republican principles and values among young voters in Montgomery County, Tennessee.
2. Foster leadership development, civic engagement, political education, and networking opportunities for young Republicans.
3. Support and assist the Montgomery County Republican Party, the Tennessee Republican Party, the Republican National Committee, and affiliated Republican organizations.
4. Encourage loyalty to the Republican Party and advance its platform and ideals.
5. Promote good citizenship and respect for the Constitutions of the United States and the State of Tennessee.
6. Increase public awareness of Republican positions on public issues.
7. Recruit, retain, and engage members in Republican political activities.

Article III – Membership

Section 1. Classes of Membership

MCYR shall recognize classes of membership, including but not limited to Active Members, Student Members, and Associate Members. The qualifications, rights, and privileges of each class shall be defined in the Bylaws.

Section 2. Eligibility and Standing

Eligibility for membership, requirements for good standing, and the rights and
responsibilities of members shall be governed by the Bylaws of MCYR.

Article IV – Governance

Section 1. Authority

The governing authority of MCYR shall reside in its membership and be exercised through an Executive Board as established by this Constitution and defined in the Bylaws.

Section 2. Executive Board

The Executive Board shall provide general supervision of the affairs of MCYR, ensure compliance with this Constitution and the Bylaws, and act in the best interests of the organization.

Section 3. Officers

The officers of MCYR shall be those positions established in the Bylaws. The qualifications, duties, method of selection, and removal of officers shall be prescribed by the Bylaws.

Article V – Elections and Terms

Section 1. Elections

Officers shall be elected by the membership in good standing in accordance with the procedures set forth in the Bylaws.
Section 2. Terms of Office
The length of terms, eligibility for consecutive terms, and procedures for filling vacancies shall be governed by the Bylaws.

Article VI – Meetings

Section 1. Membership Meetings

Regular and special meetings of the membership shall be held as provided for in the Bylaws.

Section 2. Parliamentary Authority

All meetings of MCYR shall be conducted in accordance with the most recent edition of Robert’s Rules of Order, except where inconsistent with this Constitution or the Bylaws.

Article VII – Bylaws

The Bylaws of MCYR shall govern the day-to-day operations of the organization. The Bylaws must be consistent with this Constitution and shall not supersede or conflict with its provisions.

Article VIII – Amendments

Section 1. Constitutional Amendments

This Constitution may be amended by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of members in good standing present and voting at a duly called meeting, provided that written notice of the proposed amendment has been furnished to the membership at least fourteen (14) days in advance.

Section 2. Supremacy

In the event of any conflict between this Constitution and the Bylaws, the provisions of this Constitution shall prevail.

Article IX – Dissolution

In the event of the dissolution of MCYR, any remaining assets shall be distributed to a recognized Republican organization or committee, as determined by the membership, and in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

Article X – Adoption

This Constitution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the members in good standing present and voting at a duly called meeting of the Montgomery County Young Republicans.

Adopted on: ________________________________

Location: ________________________________

Certified by: ________________________________
Chair

Attested by: ________________________________
Secretary