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SBC resolutions submission portal now open

April 16, 2021 By Baptist Press

The submission portal for 2021 SBC resolutions opened April 15.

In accordance with SBC Bylaw 20, proposed resolutions may be submitted as early as April 15 but no later than 15 days prior to the SBC Annual Meeting, giving the Resolutions Committee a two-week period in which to consider submissions. Committee members also may propose resolutions for consideration during its deliberations. Resolutions may not be submitted during the annual meeting.

Proposed resolutions must be accompanied by certification that the individual submitting the resolution is a member in good standing of a church qualified to send messengers to the SBC Annual Meeting. This submitter may provide a copy of his or her 2021 SBC Annual Meeting preregistration form or complete a “Credentials for Resolution Submittal” form that is available on the website.

Proposed resolutions and accompanying certification should preferably be uploaded via the website, but also may be sent by email to resolutions@sbc.net or mailed to the Committee on Resolutions in care of the SBC Executive Committee, 901 Commerce St., Nashville, TN 37203. The drafts must be typewritten, titled, dated and include complete contact information for the person and his or her church.

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