The parliamentarian advises the board of directors and members on matters of parliamentary procedure, and serves as a consultant, especially in a meeting, where only the chair has the authority to rule on questions of order or to answer parliamentary inquiries.

Quick-Start Actions

• Work with outgoing parliamentarians to transfer any needed information or documents.
• Review the Basics Parliamentarian Resource Guide for detailed support and guidance.
• Develop a Plan of Work and submit to the Executive Board for approval. View a Sample Plan of Work: English | Spanish.
• Request a copy your PTA's bylaws and standing rules to share with the incoming board.
• Obtain a copy of and become familiar with the parliamentary authority, Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR).
• Sign the Confidentiality, Ethics and Conflict of Interest Agreement and submit to the Secretary.
• Complete all mandatory FOUNDATIONS training within 30 days of election or appointment.

Duties at a Glance

• Maintains copies of current governing documents - bylaws, standing rules, policies and parliamentary authority.
• Provides guidance to members and board members on issues outlined in governing documents.
• Ensure your Local PTA meets all requirements of the Standards of Continuing Affiliation.
• Confer with president prior to the meeting regarding business items on the agenda.
• Advises the president on points of parliamentary procedure.
• Maintains a position of impartiality and does not make motions, enter debate or vote.

Resources

• Basics Parliamentarian Resource Guide: English | Spanish
• Basics Parliamentarian Quick Start Guide: English | Spanish
• Build-A-Script: English | Spanish
• View the Texas PTA Member Perks