The Resolutions Process and How You Can Impact the Association
Resolutions are the method by which members of the Ohio Pharmacists Association (OPA) can formally set the direction of the association and profession. They are a formal expression of opinion or intention by the association and become the policy which gives direction to the Board of Trustees and association staff. The writing of a resolution is a fundamental way in which members of OPA guide the position of the association.
The Resolutions Directory includes all resolutions adopted by the Association can be accessed with the links below.
Proposed resolutions shall be presented to Resolution & Bylaws Committee no later than sixty-five (65) days prior to the Annual Meeting. To submit a resolution proposal, click the link below. The deadline for proposals is February 1, 2026.
The results of the committee’s deliberations, including revision and rewriting to ensure compliance with these Bylaws, shall be communicated to the past presidents of the Association and members of the Board of Trustees for the Association, not later than thirty (30) days prior to the Annual Meeting. A resolution submitted later than this sixty-five (65) day deadline may be considered by the House of Delegates only with majority approval of the Speaker of the House, President-Elect and the Resolutions and Bylaws Committee Chair if submitted at least 24 hours in advance of the House of Delegates at the Annual Meeting.
All resolutions shall be adopted by a simple majority vote of the Delegates present and voting at a meeting of the House of Delegates.
Parts of a Resolution
A formal resolution contains two basic parts, which should be clear in intent on the stance of the Association.
- Title of the Resolution.
- Operative Clause. It is the official policy or position which the association would adopt should the resolution pass. The operative clause should specifically define the position(s) you would like the Association to take. Resolutions may include multiple operative clauses, but each must take a distinct position that stands on its own.
When proposing a resolution, supporting information should include background on the topic and why this resolution is being proposed. This should be brief, clear in intent and provide a persuasive argument as to why the Association should support this resolution. Include any relevant citations to support the proposed resolution.
Sample Resolution
- Title of the Resolution: Drug Importation
- Operative Clause: The OPA supports all efforts to enforce state and federal laws and regulations governing the importation of medications by consumers in the United States.
- Background:
- Some businesses, some advocacy groups, and some government officials have promoted the illegal importation of medications, leading the public to believe that such importation is legal; and
- Many imported drugs are not held to the safety and efficacy standards of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
