September 1-15, 2011

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Lead Stories

State May Require Disclosure Of Role of For-Profit Resellers

Reversing trial court, appeals court says notice tells donors that professional solicitors will sell goods

Member Has Right to Records, But Must Keep Some Confidential

Court restricts disclosure of some information, even from other members who have right to inspect

Nonprofit Law YOU Want to Know

We regularly feature answers to questions from readers in our “To the Point” column. The full list can be viewed on the site.
To the Point

Should board comment on annual proposals to amend bylaws

Our 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation reviews its bylaws annually. Prior to the proposed changes going to the membership, they are reviewed by the board of directors. The board forwards all proposals to the membership with recommendations for or against. A rationale is always provided for the board’s recommendation. Recently a member told me that the board should forward all proposals without any recommendation. Is this true?