Common use of Nomination and Election Clause in Contracts

Nomination and Election. The executive council shall elect a minimum of two members to serve on a nominating committee, one of whom shall be the chair. Members of the nominating committee may not become candidates during their tenure of service on the nominating committee, including write-in candidates. The nominating committee shall propose at least one qualified candidate for each of the officer positions. Additional candidates may be nominated by petition as defined by the section. The voting members of the section shall elect the section officers. A plurality shall elect for each office. Write-in votes for eligible candidates shall be allowed. In the event of a tie, the election for that position shall be determined by lot, conducted by the chair of the nominating committee.