Most committees and subcommittees meet at the regular business meetings of the National Association. The policies on these pages govern committee meetings.

Open/Closed Meeting Policy

Most meetings of the Association are open to all members. Read the full policy for exceptions.

Committee Leadership and Member Attendance Policy

Read this policy for guidelines in the event that a committee chair, vice chair, or member must be absent from a required meeting.

Director Attendance Policy

This absence policy applies to directors’ attendance at Board of Directors meetings.

No Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited in meeting rooms at all National Association meetings.

Authority Governing NAR Meetings

The Association Bylaws recognize Robert's Rules of Order, Latest Edition, as the authority governing the meetings of the National Association.

Meeting Expenses

All members of committees and subcommittees are responsible for paying their own meeting expenses.

Agendas & Minutes

This policy describes when agendas and minutes will be available for NAR business meetings.

Ownership Disclosure Policies

These policies outline a course of action for cases where both NAR and a member have an ownership interest or financial interest in a particular entity, or where a conflict of interest exists.

Electronic Communications Policy

NAR has adopted a policy regarding electronic communications for those serving in volunteer positions.

Volunteer Staff Code of Conduct and Sexual Harassment Policy

An environment of courtesy and mutual respect enables members and staff to work together effectively as a team.