LCMP_Lodge_Administration

There are five steps in the amendment process:

1. A resolution containing the amendment to the by-laws must be presented at a stated meeting; no vote is taken.

2. All members must be given notice that the resolution will be voted upon at the next stated meeting. The notice must include the text of the resolution. A sample resolution is available on the member center.

3. At the next stated meeting, a vote is taken. To be adopted, two- thirds of the members present must vote in favor of the amendment. Members are defined in the CMC as Master Masons in good standing. Good standing means that the member’s dues are current.

4. If the amendment is adopted, the secretary completes and signs the Certificate of Amendment, and sends it to the grand secretary.

5. The grand secretary and grand master review the amendment to ensure that it is in proper form, sign and return it to the lodge.

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