# Treasurer The "Rules of the Republican Party of the State of Delaware" outline specific provisions regarding the **Treasurer** position, detailing the role’s election, duties, membership in party governance bodies, qualifications, vacancies, and related responsibilities. These provisions are primarily found in **Article III**, **Article IV**, and **Article V**. Below is a comprehensive summary of the rules pertaining to the Treasurer, organized by key categories. ### 1. **Election and Term of Office** - **Article III, Section 1**: - The Treasurer is one of the **elected officers** of the Republican Party of the State of Delaware, alongside the Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson, and Secretary. - **Article III, Section 2**: - The Treasurer is **elected at the Organizational Convention**, held in **odd-numbered years** (e.g., 2025). - The term of office is **two years**, beginning upon the **final adjournment of the Organizational Convention** and ending at the next Organizational Convention. - **Article VI, Section 17**: - The election is conducted by **roll call** unless only one candidate is nominated, in which case it may be by **acclamation**. - Roll call may be by **Convention District** or **individual delegate**, and a Convention District caucus may authorize one member to cast its vote, but any delegate can request an individual roll call within their district. - A candidate must receive a **majority vote** of delegates present and voting, with voting continuing until a majority is achieved if necessary. ### 2. **Duties of the Treasurer** - **Article III, Section 7**: - **Membership in Committees**: - Serves as the **Treasurer of the State Committee** and the **Executive Committee**, ensuring financial oversight in both governing bodies. - **Assisting the Chairperson**: - Assists the **State Chairperson** in their enumerated duties, providing financial expertise and support in party administration. - **Financial Reporting**: - Files all necessary **financial statements and reports** with **Delaware or federal authorities** as required by law (e.g., campaign finance disclosures). - **Record-Keeping**: - Maintains **proper records** of all **receipts and expenses** of the Republican Party of the State of Delaware at all times, ensuring transparency and accountability in party finances. ### 3. **Qualifications and Restrictions** - **Membership in the Party** (Article I, Section 1; Article IV, Section 6): - The Treasurer must be a **registered Republican** on the voter registration lists of the respective Boards of Election in Delaware, as this is a requirement for party membership. - Must remain a **registered Republican** and a **resident of their Convention District** during their term of office. - **Prohibition on Dual Office Holding** (Article IV, Section 11): - The Treasurer cannot hold another office within the Republican Party of the State of Delaware (e.g., Chairperson, National Committeeman, regional chair) or any other constituent part of the party, except they may serve as an officer of the **New Castle County Republican Committee**. - **Exception**: Publicly elected officials may hold the Treasurer position concurrently with their elected office. - Accepting another party office (by election or appointment) is **deemed a resignation** of the Treasurer position. - **Compensation** (Article IV, Section 11): - The Treasurer may not receive **compensation** for their service but may receive **reimbursement of expenses**. ### 4. **Membership in Governing Bodies** - **State Committee** (Article IV, Section 2, A): - The Treasurer is a **member of the State Committee**, the statewide governing body of the party, alongside other elected officers and representatives. - **Executive Committee** (Article V, Sections 1 and 2): - The Treasurer is a **voting member** of the **Executive Committee**. - Serves as the **Treasurer of the Executive Committee**, contributing to financial oversight and decisions, such as approving the annual budget (Article V, Section 4, A). ### 5. **Vacancies** - **Article III, Section 10**: - If a **permanent vacancy** occurs in the Treasurer’s office, the **Executive Committee** appoints a successor to serve the **remainder of the unexpired term**. - **Article IV, Section 3**: - A permanent vacancy is deemed to exist upon **death**, **incapacity**, **change of registration**, **written resignation**, or if the Treasurer is no longer a **resident of their Convention District**. Residency is determined by the address where the Treasurer is registered and eligible to vote in a federal election. ### 6. **Other Relevant Provisions** - **Financial Oversight in Budget Approval** (Article V, Section 4, A): - The Treasurer, as a voting member of the **Executive Committee**, participates in reviewing and approving the **annual budget**, which is prepared by the **State Chairperson** and submitted in **January** each year, with final approval by the **last day of February**. - **Compliance with Legal Requirements** (Article III, Section 7, C): - The Treasurer’s duty to file financial statements and reports ensures compliance with **state and federal laws**, such as those governing campaign finance and party expenditures. - **No Proxies at State Committee Meetings** (Article IV, Section 7): - The Treasurer must personally attend **State Committee** meetings, as proxies are **not allowed**, ensuring direct participation in governance. ### Summary: - **Election**: The Treasurer is **elected** at the **Organizational Convention** in odd-numbered years for a **two-year term** by majority vote (roll call or acclamation). - **Duties**: Serves as Treasurer of the **State Committee** and **Executive Committee**, assists the **Chairperson**, files **financial statements** with authorities, and maintains **records of receipts and expenses**. - **Qualifications**: Must be a **registered Republican**, reside in their Convention District, and cannot hold other party offices (except New Castle County roles or public offices). No compensation, but expenses may be reimbursed. - **Governance**: A **voting member** of the **State Committee** and **Executive Committee**, with a key role in budget approval and financial oversight. - **Vacancies**: Filled by **Executive Committee** appointment for the unexpired term, triggered by death, incapacity, resignation, change of registration, or loss of district residency. - **Compliance**: Ensures financial transparency and adherence to legal reporting requirements.