DOJABA’s Amended Constitution and Bylaws

DOJABA members voted to amend several aspects of DOJABA’s Constitution and Bylaws.  Effective November 4, 2021, the changes include:

(i)                  extending regular membership privileges to interested DOJ employees and contractors, regardless of geographic location;

(ii)                providing flexibility for remote or electronic meetings;

(iii)               updating the timelines and qualifications for officer elections;

(iv)               authorizing waiver of dues for compassionate or exceptional reasons (including new Honors Program hires), if approved by DOJABA’s Chair after specific written request; and

(v)                 creating a standing Paraprofessional Committee to address matters of concern to paraprofessionals and support staff. 

DOJABA’s Amended Constitution and Bylaws are attached.  Please e-mail DOJABA Parliamentarian, Vivieon Jones (Vivieon.K.Jones@usdoj.gov) with any questions.