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The American Society of Mammalogists (ASM) has operated under carefully conceived and clearly written Bylaws and Rules since its founding in 1919. The Bylaws and Rules have been amended 22 times over the decades since. When an update or revision to the Bylaws is needed so that the ASM remains a relevant, democratic, and vibrant organization, proposed amendments are to be presented to the entire membership “2 months” prior to a Members’ Meeting. New amendments require two-thirds approval by members.

At the Annual Members’ Meeting held on 7 June 2024, the following Bylaws were approved. These changes to the Bylaws better define the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of ASM Members, especially with regard to our Code of Conduct. A recent review of the history of the ASM’s Bylaws was provided by McLaren and Timm [McLaren, S. B., and R. M. Timm. 2019. The ASM’s Bylaws: a brief history and summary. Journal of Mammalogy 100(6):1705–1709. https://doi.org/10.1093/jmammal/gyz179].

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