A.S.R.T. DELEGATE REPORT

June 12-14, 2009

Marriott, Albuquerque, N.M.

To: Ms. Isabel Rascon, irascon@asrt.org

Governance Assistant

15000 Central Avenue, SE

Albuquerque, New Mexico 87123-3909

From: Millie Massey, M.Ed., RT(R)(CV)

Affiliate: South Carolina Society of Radiologic Technologists

Term: 2009-2010 (second term)

ASRT Activities attended for 2009 House of Delegates:

Again, I had the pleasure of representing South Carolina not only as their delegate, but also as their Board Chairman to this meeting. John Bowen, SCSRT President, was our other delegate.

We began Friday morning with our credentials check in and then into the delegate educational courses. I really felt these four classes being on the first morning was very beneficial as there were 43 first time delegates in attendance this year. I truly felt this plan was very beneficial prior to the seating of the first house meeting.

In the first meeting of the house, the military chapter performed the “Presentation of Colors” and joined into the Pledge of Allegiance. The credential report was given by Georgine Bynum. Due to the terrible storms across the county, we had only 145 of the 164 possible delegates; we had 94 of the 108 affiliates and 51 of 58 chapter delegates at this time. This confirmed we have met quorum of 65 delegates. The “Standing Rules” were adopted as printed with 144 in favor and 2 against. We then proceeded into the “Delegate Orientation” portion of the meeting. Cathie Kukec, Speaker of the House, introduced the Head Table and all guests, the Committee on Bylaws, The Committee on Credentials, The Sergent-at-Arms, the Tellers and the Commission. She continued with the Student Interns and finally with the ASRT Board Members and staff. Then we eagerly listened the ASRT Parliamentarian, Mrs. Betsy McUne give a portion of the “Delegate Orientation”. She explained the preparation, responsibilities and the report each delegate is obligated to do. Cathie Kukec and Donna Long proceeded to explain the consent agenda and the usage of our electronic voting devices to the house. The “Memorial Resolution” was also adopted unanimously. It was asked by one delegate is those who passed after the deadline and prior to the meeting can be included into the “Memorial Resolution” for 2010. The response was yes, so I will send in the details on two additional members in South Carolina, Dillie Everingham and Blanche Felker.

ASRT report was given by President, Linda Holden, M.S., RT(R)(QM)RDMS, FASRT. Ms. Holden spoke of the state of the ASRT. She stated 2008-2009 was a historical year with having a new CEO, Dr. Sal Martino and rising to 132,000 members. She discussed a few of her initiatives. First she continued the review of “Forensic Radiography” task force. She traveled to England to observe and review the curriculum and best practices to prepare for a mass casuality situation. England is expected this in preparation for their country’s hosting the Olympic games in the near future. Secondly, the task force on “Patient Development Skills I nitiative”. The tool is done and will be tested this month. It will be up and ready in 2010. This self assessment will be found under “My skills assessment”. This tool, through a series of questions, will assist you in demonstrating your weaknesses. To improve your skills, this tool can show you the areas of continuing education for you to focus on. She also talked of the financial issues the ASRT has faced. They too have paralleled what many businesses have faced with the loss of some funds due to the economy and investments. Although the number 1 key indicator of finances is membership and ours continues to steadily grow despite the economic situation. Ms. Holden stated the “Community Focus” is to commit to stability and structure; to provide networking opportunities; and strong affiliate relationships. She also talked about the commitment to “Advocacy Issues” by monitoring issues and continuing to work on the Care Bill. Ms. Holden then gave the results of the ASRT elections as:

President-Elect: James Temme, MPA, RT(R)(QM) FASRT

Vice-President: Dawn McNeil, BS, RT(R)(M) RDMS

Secretary-Treasurer: Victoria “Tori” Maxey, RT(R)

President: Diane Mayo, RT(R)(CT)

ASRT Education Foundation Annual Report, Mrs. Cathy Parsons presented her report as Chair. She stated since 2000, the foundation has given $1.4 million in scholarships to assist more than 300 students and professionals; with 49 being given out in 2009 alone! She stated the revenue into the foundation is approximately $1,023,000 with an annual expense amount of $965, 000. She talked about the ODIA program sponsored by ARRT. Mrs. Parsons spoke of the “Virtual Symposium on Research” happening in the Fall of 2009. This will consist of abstracts on the results of research, posters of the top fifteen abstracts and webinars. She completed her report with a request for donations to continue to fund the “China Study Abroad” program through Weber State University.

Nominations for Speaker and Vice Speaker of the House:

Speaker:

Donna Thaler-Long

Vice Speaker:

Bill May, Sandra Hayden, and Paula Young

Late resolution: none were received at this time.

Advocacy Awards: Ohio received this award for the passage of the “RA Bill” this year. David Hill from Delaware received the individual award for 2009.

ASRT Report was given by Dr. Sal Martino, ASRT CEO:

Dr. Martino gave an outstanding report. He spoke of the unprecedented year it has been. Being named the new CEO to replace, Lynn May, was very excited. He correlated this to a position he has been training his whole life for. He meets the challenges with excitement, and enthusiasm, to make the best decisions possible for our profession. He talked of the cuts, growth and the revamping of new member benefits. For cuts, he spoke of the $900,000.00 loss due to stocks, the decrease in staff training, decrease in employee benefits, and decrease in marketing. We have increased our communications via the web. We have renegotiated vendor contracts. We do have $13,000,000.00 in reserves and we are debt free! The membership has grown 3,000 in the last year. We are the largest national professional association! We are focusing on recruiting the following groups; CT, Mammography, recent graduates and students. We have added discounts on fifty new CE products and have obtained discounts on shoes, uniforms, textbooks and added a vacation rewards program for our members. We have revamped the “Scanner”. We have grown stronger with the “RA Licensure Bill” in 23 states and 3 more states considering it. We will be re-introducing the CARE BILL in 2011 to go with the medicare reform bill to promote national certification. We got gentler with the “Image Gently” campaign. We were one of the original four founding organizations. The website is www.imagegently.com. There are many great downloads to pass onto your patients. This campaign will be expanding very soon to encompass fluoroscopic, CR, and DR examinations. We will be hosting a new CE conference called “ASRT at the RSNA” in Chicago, Ill, December 2-3, 2009. This will be held at the McCormick Plaza and will have ten Cat A+ CE opportunities along with all the exhibits of the RSNA.

Mrs. Connie Mitchell, ASRT Board Chair spoke of an issue that was brought to the attention of the ASRT Board of Directors after the election deadline. Oklahoma posted to all to watch for the ASRT ballots as two oklahoman’s were running for office. In 1999 a resolution passed in the house regarding campaigning for office, but no penalty was contained within this resolution. Therefore the ASRT was limited in action. The ASRT Board of Directors sent a strong letter of reprimand to the OSRT. The OSRT responded to the letter and accepted full responsibility. Therefore the ASRT Board of Directors considered the matter closed. The ASRT Board of Directors is requesting open dialogue from the House of Delegates on campaigning, monitoring and to establish reprimand. At this time an “Open Forum” was held. The following ideas were suggested:

#1. Recommended for the ASRT to accept more information on those running for chapter delegates than the standard 100 words.

#2. One felt campaigning should be allowing online or on blogs. If the ASRT could set up punishment, then how will this be monitored?

#3. Recommended to keep it in an electronic format, with guidelines on how to support this practice, but feels this would increase the knowledge about the candidates.

#4. Suggested to provide a list of questions for all delegates to answer on initiatives.

#5. Several members offered concern and caution to avoiding the practice of campaigning.

I personally had no suggestions at this time differing from those provided.

The House seating was adjourned at 6:00 PM.

I then proceeded to the JRC report:

JRCERT Report was given by Barbara Dehner, 1^st Vice Chair with JRCERT.

Mrs. Dehner demonstrated the new logo of the JERCERT and the new brochures that are available and free. She introduced CEO, Leslie Winters. She also named the other Board members: ASRT Appointees, Denise Moore, Deborah Letz, Sharon Caldwell, and Debra Poelhuis. Barbara is the AEIRS appointee, and Michael Krajsa is the public member. She explained JRCERT is accredited by both US Department of Education and Council on Higher Education. She was pleased to announce the JRCERT has caught up on all site visits due to the great work of the site visitors and their willingness to do extra visits. She did state they are requesting site visitors for programs in Therapy, MRI and Dosimetry.

The statistics as of May, 2009:

628 RAD programs

81 Therapy programs

3 MRI programs

12 Dosimetry programs

The JRCERT Board of Directors meet each April and October. At the last meeting the following occurred:

Initial accreditation 6 rad 1 therapy

8 year award 61 rad 4 therapy

5 year with progress report 6 rad

3 year with progress report 3 rad

probation 1 rad

Progress Reports

5 year extended to 8 year 5 rad 2 therapy

Interim Report

Maintained award 25 rad 3 therapy

Reduced award 1 rad 0 therapy

Mrs. Dehner demonstrated the JRC activity update and the electronic management system and discussed the new web redesign. She stated the 2^nd draft of the Standards Revision are online and are scheduled to go into effect on January 1, 2011. The JRC changed the bylaws to add medical dosimetry a seat on the board. They are in the process of developing standards for the limited radiography accreditation. She also stated the revision of the LXMO curriculum is on the ASRT website for comment and review. Leslie Winters spoke of the January 1, 2009 on educational requirements of program directors and clinical coordinators. The JRC office ran a list of those who did not achieve the educational mandate and discussion was held at the April board meeting. The board made special considerations based on varying circumstances for these programs versus closing them. Each is to submit progress reports to meet the requirement. This affected approximately 10 programs.

Saturday, June 13, 2009:

Today started at 7:30 AM with the Bylaws open forum followed by the Commission Hearing.

The Committee on Bylaws members were: Jeffery Vaughn, MS,RT(R), Chair

Oluwatosin Kayode, BS, RT(R)(T); Paul Keroson, BS, RT(R)(CV); Barbara Smith, MS, RT(R)(QM), FASRT. The committee took on a tremendous task, a Bylaws Revision, versus the many small changes that were needed to make the document efficient, stable and functional. This is the first time this has been done at ASRT. The committee did an excellent job explaining each action they took and why. Many changes were language terminology done for consistency. Others were moving items to sections to avoid redundancy and efficiency. Much discussion was held as we proceeded through the document.

We then continued with the commission report. Members of the Commision: Mary St. Peter, BS, RT(R)(N)(M)CNMT, Chair; Deborah Berry, RT(R); Pam Carraway, BS, RT(R); Mitzi Drey, RT(R)(CV); Sandra Hayden, BS, RT(T); Amy Hoffman, MBA, RT(R)(CT); Nina Kowalcyz, PhD, RT(R)(CT)(QM)FASRT; Laura Zastrow-Student; Michael Morrocco- Student. Very few motions were received by January 1, 2009. Therefore the commission reviewed the position statements for the purpose of sunsetting. This brought the total to 81 recommendations. Of the 81, we had 2 motions, 1 adoption, 27 position statement sunsettings, 48 amendments of position statements. Needless to say, we had a very full morning of listening to rationale for each action recommended and discussion from the house. The HOD was reminded to bring motions to the ASRT office so they could be entered into the computer to make the activities during the 2^nd HOD run more smoothly.

After lunch, I attended the Radiography Chapter Meeting, the Education Chapter Meeting, the ARRT Report and the Fellows Elevation and Life Member Ceremony.

At the Radiography Chapter Meeting the following was discussed:

The meeting was chaired by Linda Rizzo, Chair and Tom King, Vice Chair. The other chapter delegates are Norm Hente and Heather Moore. Elections for 2009-2010 was held. Chairman will be Heather Moore and Vice-Chairman will be Norm Hente. Newly elected delegates for next two years will be Norm Hente and Eric Rogers. Discussion was held on requesting mandatory CR/DR continuing education credits for all imaging professionals. Many concerns on the “doses creeping upward” and increase in repeats due to poor positioning. Although great discussion was held on the benefits of the ODIA program, many realized the ARRT will not mandate this to occur. It was also recommended to ASRT to place one CR/DR article in each issue for CE purposes. Discussion was also held on a resolution stating that LXMO take and pass the ARRT LXMO certifying exam. ARRT stated they would like this, but also realize it is up to each state to determine the exam to be used by them. Many states have an examination created by the educators within the state versus using ARRT examination. This is already on consent agenda to be discussed. Meeting ended at 2:20 PM.

At the Education Chapter Meeting the following was discussed:

Meeting was chaired by Patricia Halley and Tracey Herrmann. They introduced the other chapter delegates; Bill May and Julie Gill. Elections of 2009-2010 Chairman is Julie Gill and Vice-Chair is Anita Slechta. ASRT Staff present: Mike Kudlas, Jim Temme, and Dr. Sal Martino. JRCERT Staff: Leslie Winter and Barb Dehner. ARRT Staff: Cindy Daniels and Eileen Maloney. Discussion was held on the ASRT Leadership Academy for Educators being put on hold this past year. Mike Kudlas commented on the program was being reformatted and details will follow on the next offering. Mike Kudlas also commented on the products that will become available for students next year. JRCERT Standards revision, draft #2, is available for review and comment until July 1^st. The ARRT pending “Associate Degree requirement” came up for discussion. Jerry Cullum distributed a list of standard digital terms. He is requesting ARRT to do this to assist educators in the teaching of digital systems. ODIA modules received many positive comments. Many educators are using this as an assignment for their students. This will come off of ASRT website on October 1, 2010. Resolution 09-02 was discussed. The ARRT pending “Associate Degree requirement” came up for discussion. There are approximately 175 hospital based programs, 55 of which are not affilitated with a college. Kevin Rush from Virginia told of his lack of success to get a college to articulate with his hospital based program. This will be brought up for discussion at the ARRT Report also. The meeting closed at 3:40 PM for the ARRT report.

The ARRT Report was given by Dr. Jordan Renner.

Board members present: Betty Wilson, Kevin Rush, Eileen Maloney, Michael Delvecchio, all ASRT appointees. Dr. Jerry Reid, Ginny Hazel and Tom Kraker also present. 54 students received the Royce Osborn scholarships this year. ODIA started in December of 2008 and will continue until October 2010. This is free CE for technologists, educators and students. New CE opportunities were available in March 2009. In December, 2008, Cindy Daniels joined the staff at ARRT as Director of Educational Requirements. Discussion was held on the proposed Associates Degree requirement for RT, NM and Therapy. Public Comments are welcome prior to the board meeting in July. This will be discussed at the July meeting and would go into effect in 2015. Dr. Renner commented on the 2,078 ethics violations in 2008. Many led to criminal convictions and were on the job related. The largest ethics violation is CE subversion. The volume of examinations were as follows for 2008: Radiography +0.5%; NM +5.5%; RT –1.9%; CT +36%; Mammography +22%. He stated this increase due to re-imbursement issues. Performance of 1^st timers passing the exam: Rad 91%; NM 94.5%; Therapy 88%. Examination disclosure is a problem. The solution will be through education, litigation and ethics violations against those who participate. Continued Qualifications CQ/2011: Discussion was held on taking the “registry” every ten years. Dr. Renner stated this would not be the case. This will be more of a self assessment module or tool to evaluate your skills and to identify areas of weakness. Then CE would be taken to enhance skills. All new certificates after January 1, 2011 will be time limited and will require this type of self assessment tool. Cindy Daniels arrived and was introduced by Dr. Renner. He continued to talk about the lack of ability of the ARRT to mandate the type of CE a technologist takes. They can only recommend. 2009 application: The definition of sanctions was given. This is based on the variability of many institutions. Again, comments are welcome for the board to review at the July meeting. A question was asked about a student who is dismissed from one program and goes to another and graduates. Dr. Renner stated to report this after the certification is awarded to the student, and then it becomes an ethics violation for the new graduate. Starting in January of 2011, new applications training will only count for 6 CE credits due to the quality (or lack of) in the training.

The Fellows Elevation/Life Member Ceremony:

Polly Story was given a Life Membership after 30 years of service to our profession and ASRT. Sharon Wartanbee was elevated to fellow at this meeting. Program enclosed to SCSRT Executive Secretary.

Sunday, June 14, 2009 Second House Meeting:

At the credentials check in we received our electronic voting device and rules of exactly when we can vote. The meeting began at 8:00 AM. Credentials report: 166 Delegates possible; 98 affiliates and 52 chapter delegates present = 150 seated, Quorum was met with 65 delegates to establish quorum. There were no “Courtesy Resolutions”. The Committee on Bylaws began at 8:20 AM and was completed by 11:15 AM with 22 amendments to the Bylaws revision. We proceeded into the Commission report by establishing the items to be pulled from the consent agenda. We broke for lunch and resumed in the House at 1:00 PM. We completed the Commission Report at 5:15 PM. My voting record in the house: separate attachment submitted with report.

The Bylaws revision will impact the Bylaws of the SCSRT. As Board Chairman I will assure the SCSRT Board of Directors will meet at our midyear meeting to begin the review process for the bylaws. This will allow the appropriate time to make the changes needed to happen this year.

I do not feel these resolutions would have an impact on the SCSRT.

House Election Results for 2009-2010:

Speaker:

Nominated: Donna Long. Donna was elected by acclamation.

Vice Speaker:

Nominated: Bill May, Sandra Hayden, and Paula Young. Each gave a five minute discussion on their initiatives. Election was held: Sandra Hayden-74; Bill May-49; Paula Young-23. A runoff was held between Sandra and Bill. Results of election: Sandra Hayden- 93 and Bill May- 59. Sandra was elected Vice-Speaker of the House.

The following were elected as Chair and Vice-Chair for the chapters for 2009-2010:

Bone Density: Robbya Scriven & Sharon Wartenbee

Cardiovascular-Interventional: Mitzi Drey & TBA

CT: Pamela Dunster & Lori Fisher

Education: Julie Gill& Ann Slecta

MRI: Cathy Dressen & Susan Putnam

Mammography: Stephanie Johnson & Dee Lelausus

Management: Beth Webber & Gary Duehrling

Medical Dosimetry: Connie Bonner & TBA

Military: Rick Brittain & Andrew Gonzales

Nuclear Medicine: Richard States & Barb Hente

QA: Nancy Johnson & Barb Smith

Radiation Therapy: Bernadette Garfola & Pam Cartwright

Radiography: Heather Moore & Norm Hente

Sonography: David Hill & JoEllen Descherp

The “Barbara Hente Microphone Award” for 2009 was presented to: Ms. April Apple.

Speaker of the House, Cathie Kukec presented the “Student Interns” with certificates and all gave them a standing ovation for the awesome job they did during the meeting.

Connie Mitchell, ASRT Board Chairman gave closing remarks.

Linda Holden, ASRT President sought guidance on campaign guidelines being established. She received her answer on the first question asked of three: Do you feel candidates should be able to campaign for chapter delegate or national office? A standing vote was held: 25 yes and 123 no. This ended her questions for us.

Speaker of the House, Cathie Kukec, gave her final and closing remarks. She too received a standing ovation.

This meeting closed at 6:10 PM.

Miscellaneous Professional Issues: I really do not believe in campaigning for office or for a delegate position. I agree with many to ask ASRT to provide a specific list of questions for each candidate to respond to. This would be most beneficial. This would also allow each to be judged on their statements, initiatives, accomplishments and goals. This may take the “popularity” out of the vote.

President’s Reception: This year I was able to attend the installation of officers for the upcoming year. Those installed were: Diane Mayo, President, Jim Temme, President-Elect, Dawn McNeil- Vice-President, Victoria “Tori” Maxey- Secretary-Treasurer, and Linda Holden advanced to Board Chairman. I was brought to tears to see the presentation of “Old Glory” by the military chapter and the veterans in the audience. They folded the flag that flew over Walter Reed Memorial Hospital and presented this and a military chapter coin to Linda Holden. Ms. Holden installed the new officers and presented plaques to each officer. Ms. Mayo presented Ms. Holden with her Past President’s plaque and pin. She gave her Presidential address and invited all to attend the reception.

I believe this is my eighth trip to the House of Delegates. Each time I attend it gets better and better. Especially this year! I believe the excitement is back in having a RT in charge. Dr. Martino will take this organization further than once was imagined! This organization will be premier and doing not great things, but AWESOME things very soon. I have truly enjoyed the opportunities afforded to me to attend these meetings and see such growth.

Respectfully submitted,

Millie Massey, M. Ed., RT (R)(CV)

SCSRT Affiliate Delegate & Board Chairman

June 21, 2009

A.S.R.T. HOUSE OF DELEGATES SUMMARY FORM

South Carolina Affiliate Delegate

Report of Vote

June 14, 2009

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Affiliate Delegate: Millie Massey, President of SCSRT

CA- Item left on Consent Agenda. 20 items removed for Discussion and Vote.

Resolution #	Resolution Title	House Vote	House Vote	My Vote	My Vote
XXXX		Yes	No	Yes	No
C-09.01	Motion Titled, “Promote the Advanced Credentials “CRA””	Author	Withdrew	Motion
C-09.02	Motion Titled, “ASRT Recognition of Certificate Program Graduates”	39	109		X
C-09.03	Adoption of Position Statement “State Agency Recognition of Joint Review Committees”	CA
C-09.04	Sunset of Position Statement “ASRT Role in Health Care Delivery Systems and Health Care Policy”	CA
C-09.05	Sunset of Position Statement “ASRT Endorsement of American Hospital Association’s The Patient Care Partnership”	CA
C-09.06	Sunset of Position Statement “Continuing Education for the Radiologic Technologists”	49	100		X
C-09.07	Sunset of Position Statement “Cultural Competency in the Radiologic Sciences”	CA
C-09.08	Sunset of Position Statement “Radiologic Science Educational Program Standards”	CA
C-09.09	Sunset of Position Statement “Brachytherapy Remote Afterloading Equipment”	CA
C-09.10	Sunset of Position Statement “Breast Sonography”	13	135		X
C-09.11	Sunset of Position Statement “Definition of Limited X-Ray Machine Operator”	8	140		X
C-09.12	Sunset of Position Statement “Diagnostic Medical Imaging”	CA
C-09.13	Sunset of Position Statement “HIV and Hepatitis Testing for Health Care Workers”	CA
C-09.14	Sunset of Position Statement “Hyperthermia”	CA
C-09.15	Sunset of Position Statement “Identification of Registered Radiologic Technologists in the Workplace”	CA
C-09.16	Sunset of Position Statement “Monitoring Patient Exposure During Utilization of Digital Radiography Systems”	14	134		X
C-09.17	Sunset of Position Statement “Multiloading of Film Cassettes”	14	134		X
C-09.18	Sunset of Position Statement “Operation of Simulation and Radiation Therapy Treatment Units”	CA
C-09.19	Sunset of Position Statement “Radiologic Requests by Licensed Independent Practioners”	CA
C-09.20	Sunset of Position Statement “Radiologic Technologists Performing Diagnostic Medical Sonography”	CA
C-09.21	Sunset of Position Statement “Regulatory Compliance Associated with Contrast media and Other Pharmaceuticals”	88	59	X
C-09.22	Sunset of Position Statement “Removal of Devices for Invasive Radiologic Procedures”	19	131		X
C-09.23	Sunset of Position Statement “Spot Filming a Voiding Cystogram Study”	CA
C-09.24	Sunset of Position Statement “Technical Assistants and Aides in Radiologic Technology”	CA
C-09.25	Sunset of Position Statement “Vascular Access”	13	136		X
C-09.26	Sunset of Position Statement “Verbal and/or Telephone Orders”	10	138		X
C-09.27	Sunset of Position Statement “ Wearing Radiation Monitoring Devices”	23	127		X
C-09.28	Sunset of Position Statement “Health Care Reform”	CA
C-09.29	Sunset of Position Statement “Quality Assessment and Improvement for Radiologic Sciences”	CA
C-09.30	Sunset of Position Statement “Radiologic Sciences Working Environment”	CA
C09-.31	Sunset of Position Statement “Support of Mammography Quality Standards Act”	CA
C-09.32	Sunset of Position Statement “Safe Handling of Radiographic Chemicals”	CA
C-09.33	Amendment of Position Statement “Campaign Guidelines”	25	125		X
C-09.34	Amendment of Position Statement “Public Health Statements”	CA
C-09.35	Amendment of Position Statement “Unification of the Profession”	CA
C-09.36	Amendment of Position Statement “Conjoint Evaluation of Educational Programs”	138	8	X
C-09.37	Amendment of Position Statement “Degree Requirements for Radiologic Sciences Program Directors and Clinical Coordinators”	CA
C-09.38	Amendment of Position Statement “Education of Personnel Performing Digital Radiography”	CA
C-09.39	Amendment of Position Statement “Entry Level of Education for Radiation Therapists”	CA
C-09.40	Amendment of Position Statement “Entry Level of Education for Radiographers”	57	87	X
C-09.41	Amendment of Position Statement “Level of Education for Radiologic Sciences Profession”	CA
C-09.42	Amendment of Position Statement “Lifelong Learning in the Radiologic Sciences”	CA
C-09.43	Amendment of Position Statement “Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Education”	27	121	X
C-09.44	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Standards of Education and Certification for Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.45	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Institutional Licensure of Radiolgoic Technologists:	CA
C-09.46	Amendment of Position Statement “Majority Representation on State Radiologic Technologists Licensure or Regulatory Boards and Committees”	CA
C-09.47	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Restricted Supervision by Limited X-ray Machine Operators”	CA
C-09.48	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “ State Licensure Examination by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.49	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Supervision and Training Responsibilities for Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.50	Amendment of Position Statement “Definition of Radiologist Assistant”	CA
C-09.51	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Drug Administration by Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.52	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Injection of Contrast Media and Other Medications by Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.53	Amendment of Position Statement “Ensuring Radiation Exposures Are As Low As Reasonably Achievable”	CA
C-09.54	Amendment of Position Statement “Evaluating Medical Images for Technical Adequacy”	CA
C-09.55	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Fluoroscoping for Positioning”	CA
C-09.56	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Fluoroscopy by Radiologic Technologists”	CA
C-09.57	Amendment of Position Statement “Investigation and Utilization of Collective Bargaining Units”	145	2	X
C-09.58	Amendment of Position Statement “Limited X-Ray Machine Operator Scope of Practice”	CA
C-09.59	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter lines or Ports for Power Injectors”	CA
C-09.60	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Placement and Removal of Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter (PICC)”	CA
C-09.61	Amendment of Position Statement “Pregnant Radiologic Technologists and the Magnetic Resonance Environment”	CA
C-09.62	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Bone Mineral Densitometry”	CA
C-09.63	Amendment of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Breast Sonography”	CA
C-09.64	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Cardiovascular-Interventional Radiography”	CA
C-09.65	Amendment of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Computed Tomography”	CA
C-09.66	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Diagnostic and Interventional Radiography”	72	72 Speaker voted = 73	X
C-09.67	Amendment of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Magnetic Resonance”	CA
C-09.68	Amendment of Position Statement “ Qualifications for Performing Mammography”	CA
C-09.69	Amendment of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Nuclear Medicine”	CA
C-09.70	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Radiation Therapy Procedures”	CA
C-09.71	Amendment of Position Statement “Qualifications for Performing Sonography”	137	7	X
C-09.72	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Qualifications of Personnel Utilizing Hybrid Imaging Equipment in Performing Fusion Imaging Examinations”	135	9	X
C-09.73	Amendment of Position Statement “Radiographic Technique Charts”	CA
C-09.74	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Trade Schools”	CA
C-09.75	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Use of Medical Ultrasound for Nonmedically Prescribed Purposes”	CA
C-09.76	Amendment of Position Statement “Use of Imaging Specialties in Radiation Therapy”	CA
C-09.77	Amendment of Position Statement “Venipuncture”	CA
C-09.78	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Computed Tomography Exams on Pediatric Patients”	147	1	X
C-09.79	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Documentation of Patient Radiation Exposure and Shielding for Computed Tomography and Fluoroscopic Examinations and Procedures”	CA
C-09.80	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Full-body Computed Tomography (CT) Screening on Asymptomatic Patients”	CA
C-09.81	Amendment and Retitling of Position Statement “Quality of Care in Health Care Delivery”	CA
Late Resolution #1 RE: 09.02	“Qualifications for Practicing Radiologic Technology” Needed ¾ vote to be heard	46	104	X
Late Resolution #2	Move to have ASRT initiate dialogue with ARRT to consider requiring CE credits for Digital Imaging. Needed ¾ vote to be heard	31	117		X
Late Resolution #3	Regarding Entry level standards to be recognized as certificate. Author withdrew prior to vote.

Bylaw Amendments

22 Amendments to the Revision Occurred.

It would be best to review the document once it becomes available on ASRT Website due to the extent of its changes. I have listed the essence of the changes below:

Section	To now read:	House Vote Yes No	My Vote
Article III Section 3 Dues	Retitle to read “Dues and Fees” Fees will cover the additional chapter fee for administrative purposes.	144 4	Yes	Adopted
Section 5 Censure, Reprimand and Removal G.	To read: “Removal of a member shall be by three-fourths (3/4) vote of the entire membership of the Board of Directors”. 2/3 vote=5 members ¾ vote = 6 members of a 7 member board	104 41	Yes	Adopted
Section 6 Reinstatement	To read: “A member who has resigned or whose membership has been revoked by the ASRT for other reasons may be reinstated only after filing a new membership, acceptance by the Board of Directors of the application, and paying the fees as a new member”.	140 9	Yes	Adopted
Article IV. Section 2 Qualifications A. 2.	To add Coast Guard. To read: “An officer shall be a voting member of the ASRT and an affiliate, or serve on active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Coast Guard”	146 2	Yes	Adopted
Article V. Section 2 Composition D.	To read:” The Military Chapter shall be represented by a total of six (6) from any branch of the military”\. They will police themselves to make sure all divisions are represented. This is in place due to military deployments currently happening and to maintain maximum number of delegates in attendance.	146 4	Yes	Adopted
Section 3. Delegate Requirements and Qualifications. 1.	To read: “Two delgates and two alternate delegates shall be elected or appointed by each ASRT affiliate in accordance with affiliate procedures”. Word “active” was removed prior to ASRT. If affiliate is not active, they cannot send a delegate.	129 20	Yes	Adopted
Section 3. C. Military Delegates 1.	To read: “Three delegates (3) and two (2) alternate delegates shall be elected annually from all branches of the military by plurality vote of the voting members of the ASRT. In 2010 all educational programs for military will be moved to San Antonio. Therefore all divisions will be together.	146 3	Yes	Adopted
Section 3. C. Military Delegates 4.	To read:” The delegate nominees receiving the fourth and fifth highest number of votes on the ballot are the elected alternate Military Chapter delegates.	148 2	Yes	Adopted
Section 3. C. Military Delegates 9.	To read: “A delegate shall be on active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force or Coast Guard.	149 1	Yes	Adopted
Section 3. C. Military Delegates 11.	Add “ honorable” To read: “A delegate who met qualification requirements at the time of nomination shall be permitted to complete the term in the event of retirement or honorable discharge from active duty”.	147 3	Yes	Adopted
Section 4. Meetings C.	Remove word ASRT prior to House of Delegates. To read: “Special meetings of the House of Delegates may be called at such time and place as designated by a majority vote of the Board of Directors, or by written request of sixty-five (65) delegates. Members of the House of Delegtes shall be notified thirty (30) days in advance of such meetings, with a statement of the business to be transacted. No business other than that specified shall be transacted”.	132 15	Yes	Adopted
Section 8. Probation C	Removed, as this falls under B.	145 2	Yes	Adopted
Section 9. Censure, Reprimand and Removal F.	To read: “Censure or reprimand of a House delegate shall be by a committee of five (5) members from the House of Delegates. This will be composed of the Speaker of the House and four (4) delegates appointed by the Speaker”.	35 114	No	Not Adopted
Section 9. Censure, Reprimand and Removal H.	Removed 2/3 vote added ¾ vote. To read:” “Removal of a delegate shall be by three-fourths (3/4) vote of the entire membership of the Board of Directors”.	130 17	Yes	Adopted
Section 10. Nominations of Speaker and Vice Speaker E E.2, 3.	To strike the words “or military branch” from the three lines.	149 0	Yes	Adopted
Article IX. Section 1 B.	To read: “Each affiliate shall renew its charter annually, and within sixty (60) days after the close of its fiscal year, and submit the following to ASRT:” Several states do not have annual meetings due to small number in attendance. This also will show a truer view of the society.	131 13	Yes	Adopted
Section 1. B. 5.	To add exemption number after filing. To read: “Evidence of IRS recognition of tax-exempt status (e.g., determination letter issued to applicant or letter requesting ASRT include applicant in group exemption #)	150 0	Yes	Adopted
Article XII. A.	Change Committee on Bylaws to Vice-Speaker. To read: “Amendments to the Bylaws shall be proposed to the Vice-Speaker”.	145 1	Yes	Adopted
B.	Change Committee on Bylaws to Vice-Speaker. To read: “Proposals received by the Vice-Speaker by the first business day in January.	145 1	Yes	Adopted
Article XII. A&B	To merge A & B: To read: “Amendments to the Bylaws shall be received by the Vice-Speaker by the first business day in Janaury”.	119 25	Yes	Adopted
Article XIV. Dissolution	To add Radiologic technology after purposes. To read: “In the event of dissolution or final liquidation of the ASRT, all of its assets remaining after payment of its obligations shall have been made or provided for, shall be distributed to and among such corporations, foundations or other organizations organized and operated exclusively for scientific and educational purposed in radiologic technology consistent with those of the ASRT, as designated by the Board of Directors”.	13 19	Yes	Adopted
To accept the Revision as Amended		150 0	Yes	Adopted
	Articles of Incorporation
Articles of Incorporation	Bylaws Chair stated the ASRT and Board of Directors will review and update all wording to match the Bylaw Revision. This document will be presented at the 2010 House of Delegates for approval.
Article 1	Change principle place of business to Albuquerque, New Mexico from Chicago, Illinois.
Article IV.	Add Chairman prior to President. To read: “The officers of this corporation shall consist of chairman, president, president-elect, vice-president, and a secretary-treasurer. …”