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NASAA Legislative Committee Membership
The Legislative Committee shall consist of the Legislative Director, who shall serve as Chair; a Vice Chair appointed by the President; a representative from each region of the Association, selected by the Legislative Director and appointed by the President.
Committee Responsibilities:
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Develop, maintain, publish, and manage the Legislative Agenda for the Association; seek review with the Executive Board and direct approval from the Association. The Legislative Agenda is presented to the Association for review and discussion at regional and national meetings.
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Secure, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on proposed legislation pertinent to veterans' education and submit them to the President for action.
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Maintain liaison with appropriate Committees and Subcommittees of the Congress and United States an their staffs.
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Maintain regular contact with members of the Association whose states have legislators on Veterans Affairs Committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives.
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Arrange for testimony at appropriate congressional committee and subcommittee hearings.
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Involved all members of the Association in communication with their legislators on matters of vital concern to the Association.
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Draft proposed legislation pertinent to State Approving Agency roles and responsibilities and submit to the President for action.