Each delegate has one vote. Each LifeRing meeting is considered bound by the Meeting Charter contained in Article 11 of the bylaws, and is entitled to a written charter document. The Board must justify any such action to the next Congress. LifeRing directors must have a minimum of two years clean and sober, and relapse automatically constitutes resignation. All LifeRing directors and officers serve as unpaid volunteers.
None obtains a salary or expense reimbursement.
The meeting charter calls on meetings to contribute to the upkeep of the national organization to the extent each meeting sees fit. There are no dues. Roger L. presented the proposed draft to the Congress. Marty N. chaired the bylaws discussion. Tom S. presided over the final vote.