FCC Update: Fax Communications Regulations

With the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) proposed new regulations governing fax communications to take effect on July 1, 2005, ASAE and the Fax Ban Coalition remain confident that another stay of the controversial rules will be granted sometime in the few weeks.

ASAE and the Fax Ban Coalition filed a new six-month extension request with the FCC on April 15, and recent discussions with FCC staff suggest the commission will grant the stay, which would give Congress through the end of the year to pass corrective legislation.

ASAE and the Coalition are working closely with the Senate to seek final passage of S. 714, the "Junk Fax Prevention Act of 2005." The bill passed the Senate Commerce Committee on April 14, and once the committee report is filed, it will be readied for Senate floor action.

For more information on public policy issues, visit the public policy section of the ASAE Web site at http://www.asaenet.org/.

If you would like to subscribe to InRoads, the weekly public policy newsletter, or manage your InRoads account, please visit http://capwiz.com/asaeinroads/mlm/signup/.

Register for the Essentials of the Profession Online Course

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An instructor-based online course is starting the week of June 13.  Call 888-852-6787 now to order Essentials of the Profession™ Learning System!

Grand Finale Entertainment Announced!

Check page 53 of your June issue of Association Management magazine for an EXCLUSIVE announcement of the entertainment finale for the 2005 Annual Meeting and Exposition.  Be the first to know who will be bringing down the house in Nashville–you won't want to miss it!  Plus, enter to win incredible prizes including back stage passes, FREE airfare to Nashville, FREE annual meeting registrations, VIP seats for our entertainment finale and MUCH MORE.  Contest ends June 24th so check your magazine today!  Subscribe to Association Management today by signing up on the ASAE Web site at www.asaenet.org.

Attend the 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition, August 13–16, 2005, Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville.

Join Us–APAC Reception Honoring Mark J. Golden, CAE

Please join ASAE's political action committee (APAC), as we wrap-up our 2005 fiscal year with a fundraising reception in honor of APAC Chair Mark J. Golden, CAE, Tuesday, June 14, 5:30–7:30 p.m., at The Conference Center at ASAE, 1575 I Street, NW, Washington, DC.

Mark has been a dynamic volunteer leader for ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership for nearly 20 years. In addition to his service as APAC Committee Chair, some of his other contributions include: serving on the Board of Directors for both ASAE & The Center; chairing The Center’s Research Committee; serving on ASAE’s Key Professional Associations Committee (KPAC) and Government Relations Section Council; and being selected for the ASAE Fellows program.

With less than four weeks remaining in ASAE’s fiscal year, please attend this reception to honor Mark and to help accomplish his goal of making this the best APAC fundraising year ever!

To register for this event, please visit http://info.asaenet.org/pdf/APAC_Response_Form.pdf, and fax back to 202-371-1673. Questions? Please contact Allison Light Cogbill at 202-626-2807 or acogbill@asaenet.org.

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Attend Upcoming Government Relations Symposia

Government Relations (GR) School 
June 27–28, 2005
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC 
ASAE members $495, Nonmembers $595
Only a few seats remain–Register today!

Explore the "basics" of association government relations (GR) during this comprehensive two-day program. We'll cover a wide range of topics that are necessary in today's GR arena. Whether you're new to the profession or need a quick refresher on the core issues, this program will cover such critical topics as...

• Successful Lobbying Strategies;
• PAC Management;
• Grassroots Recruiting; and
• Preparing & Delivering Effective Testimony.

You will gain knowledge and insight from experienced GR professionals, and take back to the office the best tactics and strategies to represent the needs of your organization.

Featured speakers include: Francis Creighton, director, government affairs, Mortgage Bankers Association; Gregory Knopp, managing director, political programs, National Association of REALTORS; and Brian Pallasch, director, government relations, American Society of Civil Engineers.

This is an annual sell-out program where attendance will be capped at 75. Reserve your seat today at www.centeronline.org or call the Member Service Center at 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a GR School participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and other seasoned GR professionals attending the Legislative Symposium on June 29.

Register today! Questions? E-mail Libby Bingham at lbingham@centeronline.org.

This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.

Legislative Symposium 
June 29, 2005, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
The Center for Association Leadership's Marriott Learning Complex, Washington, DC 
ASAE members $195, Nonmembers $295
Register today!  

The premier event for seasoned government relations (GR) professionals, this comprehensive one-day symposium will explore the latest trends and most pressing, high-level issues that confront association GR programs. Hear and learn from representatives of national associations, advocacy experts, congressional staffers and media moguls. Take advantage of this opportunity to survey your toolbox, access the resources that will best augment your program and network with other GR professionals.

We are pleased to have Albert Eisele, editor of The Hill, who will give his insights into the current political environment, and Kathy Goldschmidt, director, technology research, Congressional Management Foundation, who will present key, brand new research findings on communications with Capitol Hill, among our distinguished line-up of speakers.

This is a popular Washington Metro program so register now at www.centeronline.org 888-950-2723 (202-371-0940 in Washington, DC)! As a Legislative Symposium participant, you are invited to a networking reception on June 28 with the ASAE GR Section Council and "graduates" of our acclaimed GR School on June 27-28!

Register today! Questions? E-mail Libby Bingham at lbingham@centeronline.org.

This event is sponsored by Capitol Advantage.

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Question of the Week–Services from National Associations

An international society, headquartered in Colorado, submitted this week's question.

What services do national associations provide to their chapters?

There are many services national associations can provide to their chapters–it varies based on the organization’s structure and the ability to provide these services. The Knowledge Center staff has found several articles, which may be helpful to you.

Are Chapters Still Viable?
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/ammag/1,3146,PID17269,00.html

Bright Lights, Vibrant Components
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/ammag/1,3146,PID20871,00.html
 
Building Innovative Partnerships With Components
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID15876,00.html

Chapter Discussion Boards as an Alternative to Chapter Web Sites
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/ammag/1,3146,PID17269,00.html

Component Relations Section Online Resources
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,ETI1591_MEN1_NID4728,00.html

From the List server: Chapter Web Sites
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14508,00.html

From the List server: Pros and Cons of Eliminating Chapter Support Services
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14711,00.html

From the Trenches: Teaming Up With Headquarters on Membership Recruitment
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/content_lvl2/1,1584,PID21308,00.html
 
Keeping Chapters Connected
http://www.centeronline.org/knowledge/article.cfm?ID=2248

Peer-to-Peer Assistance Improves Performance
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/content_lvl2/1,1584,PID21630,00.html

Should Association Chapters Incorporate? Part I
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14243,00.html

Should Association Chapters Incorporate? Part 2
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID14332,00.html

Virtual Resource List: Component Relations
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/content_lvl2/1,,ETI20340,00.html

Winning Insights
http://www.asaenet.org/asae/cda/index/1,1584,PID12087,00.html

You can connect with your peers in association management by searching existing topics or posting a new query to the Component Relations list server.
http://www.asaenet.org/cda/asae/lyris_search_form/1,3443,MEN1_NVTtab_OBJlyrissearch,00.html

If you have a question or pressing issue that you would like to see addressed in the Weekly Bulletin, contact Knowledge Center/Information Central at 202-326-9559 or infocentral@asaenet.org.

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Director of Communications
Electronic Transactions Association–Washington, DC

Art Director
NSTA–Arlington, VA

Executive Director
Association Executives of North Carolina–Raleigh, NC

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American Association for Cancer Research, Inc.–Philadelphia, PA

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Credit Union Executives Society–Madison, WI

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ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership Offers Programs to Fit Your Needs!

Congressional Gifts/Honoraria and Lobbying Disclosure
June 13, 2005

How to Look for a Job on the Web
June 14, 2005

2005 Marketing & Membership Symposium
June 27–28, 2005
Marriott North Bethesda Hotel & Conference Center, Bethesda, MD

Government Relations School (Few seats remaining)
June 27–28, 2005
Washington, DC

Legislative Symposium (Few seats remaining)
June 29, 2005
Washington, DC

Strategies for Developing Effective eMarketing Campaigns (Part 1 of a two-part seminar)
July 19, 2005

Hotel Operations Program
August 4, 2005
Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center, Kissimmee, FL

ASAE & The Center for Association Leadership 2005 Annual Meeting & Exposition
August 13–16, 2005
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center, Nashville, TN

For a full listing of upcoming programs click here.

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