ARTICLE IX: ASSIGNMENT DRESS CODE
Authorized dress code for certified officials will consist of tan colored pants or shorts, NHTOA issued yellow officials shirt and hat, and NHTOA black/yellow jacket.
(Article IX Revised March 3, 2024)
ARTICLE X: RESIGNATIONS
All resignations shall be made in writing to the Secretary and no resignation shall be accepted from a member who is not in good standing with the Association.
ARTICLE XI: CONFLICT OF INTEREST
It will be the responsibility of any individual involved in decision making to abstain from voting on matters to be construed as a “conflict of interest”. Questionable matters will be resolved by majority vote of those participating. The Supervisor of Officials will handle all matters outlined in the Constitution under Article VII section 7 d). The Secretary shall record all conflicts of interest as reported to the Executive Board.
ARTICLE XII: SCREENING POLICY
NHIAA By-Law Article IX, Section 4-J: Enrollment in the NHTOA will not be permitted or renewed for anyone:
a) Convicted or adjudicated with a finding of fault, guilt, or violation in regard to an offense against a minor or any sexual offense unless/until such offense has been reversed by proper authority with jurisdiction over the matter or
b) Convicted or adjudicated with a finding of fault, guilt, or violation in regard to an offense involving any illegal /illicit drug or controlled substance as prescribed by federal or state law or regulation.
Currently Enrolled Officials:
a) When a currently enrolled official is indicted or charged with any indictable criminal offense or charged with a violation of any statue pertaining to minors, drugs or a controlled substance such enrollment will automatically be suspended pending resolution or indictment of the charges.
b) Conviction or adjudication of fault, guilt or a violation under any such indictment or charge shall result in immediate and automatic forfeiture of officiating enrollment with the NHTOA and the NHIAA.
Re-installment/Re-application for Enrollment:
a) An official whose NHTOA membership has been forfeited, suspended or revoked under the provisions of this policy, may petition for enrollment through the Supervisor of Officials.
b) If suspensions, revocation, or forfeitures is based upon any conviction, adjudication or finding of guilt involving a minor or sexual offense, or use of any illegal/illicit drug or controlled substance as prescribed by federal or state law or regulation, re-installment/re-appointment will not be permitted, unless or until such offense has been reversed by proper authorities having jurisdiction over the matter.
ARTICLE XIII: AMENDMENTS
These By-Laws may be altered, amended, or repealed at any Business Meeting or Special Meeting of the Association at which a quorum (as defined in Article IV, Section 4 of the Association Constitution) is present by a vote of one more than half of the members present and eligible to vote. Written notification of proposed amendments shall be sent electronically or mail to each Association member by the Secretary or designee 30-days prior to the meeting convened to discuss and vote on the amendment.