Council PTA Bylaws & Standing Rules Submission Form

 
As the chartering association, Texas PTA provides a template that includes both required and optional language. The required language cannot be changed by the Local PTA, and member approval is not necessary for any changes authorized by the Texas PTA Board of Directors. PTAs should request a copy of their Bylaws from Texas PTA after August 1 each year to ensure access to the most current required language.

The optional language must be approved by the members of a Local PTA with a 2/3 vote. Changes to optional language (including local dues) are not effective until your PTA receives a date-stamped copy signed by the Texas PTA President.

To maintain Good Standing with Texas PTA, all Local PTAs must update or amend their Bylaws and Standing Rules (if applicable) to Texas PTA at least once every three years.

1. Use the Bylaws Snapshot Worksheet as a guide to review your PTA’s current optional language and recommend any needed changes.

2. If changes are proposed, call a meeting of the membership (with 30-days’ notice) to approve.

3. Record the exact wording of the amendments and voting results in the meeting minutes.

4. Obtain a digital copy of the membership meeting minutes where the amendments were approved. These will need to be uploaded with this form to request the changes for the Bylaws and Standing Rules (if applicable). 

5. For an updated stamp on the Bylaws (no amendments), select the “requires no changes” option.

6. If Standing Rules are also submitted, the format must be uploaded here in Microsoft Word.

 If you have any questions, please contact Member Services at bylaws@txpta.org or 1-800-TalkPTA (1-800-825-5782). 
 
Processing Standing Rules averages 4 weeks, though we will strive to facilitate this process as quickly as possible. Please note that with the Holiday season upon us, the process can take longer than normal.
 Should you have any questions while your submission is being reviewed, please don't hesitate to contact the Member Services Department at 1-800-Talk-PTA (1800-825-5782).
Bylaws will be accepted for review August 15 - June 30. During holidays and convention, please allow for an additional two weeks to process your request.