A060 Amend Canon I.1.2.n.1.vi: Standing Commission on Structure, Governance, Constitution and Canons

Resolved, the House of ________________ concurring,

That the 81st General Convention amend Canon I.1.2.n.1.vi.

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I.1.2.n.1.vi

vi. Study and make recommendations concerning the structure of the General Convention and of The Episcopal Church. It shall, from time to time, review the operation of the several Committees, Commissions, and Boards, and other governing bodies for which The Episcopal Church may be legally responsible to determine the necessity for their continuance and the effectiveness of their functions and, where appropriate, to bring about a coordination of their efforts. Whenever a proposal is made for the creation of a new, or changing of the affiliation of a, Committee, Commission, Board, or body for which The Episcopal Church may be legally responsible, it will, wherever feasible, be referred to this Standing Commission for its consideration and advice.

 

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I.1.2.n.1.vi

vi. Study and make recommendations concerning the structure of the General Convention and of The Episcopal Church. It shall, from time to time, review the operation of the several Committees, Commissions, and Boards, and other governing bodies for which The Episcopal Church may be legally responsible to determine the necessity for their continuance and the effectiveness of their functions and, where appropriate, to bring about a coordination of their efforts. Whenever a proposal is made for the creation of a new, or changing of the affiliation of a, Committee, Commission, Board, or Agency body for which The Episcopal Church may be legally responsible, it will it shall, wherever feasible, be referred to this Standing Commission for its consideration and advice.

Explanation

Resolution 2022-A034 was referred to the Commission. The referred resolution would have added language to Canon I.1.2.n.1.vi that would authorize review of “Agencies and other governing bodies.”  The Commission decided not to add the term “Agencies” as that term is not defined in the canons and not to add the term “other governing bodies” as broader than likely intended. The Commission instead recommends adding the language “and bodies for which The Episcopal Church may be legally responsible.” The objective is to encourage responsible oversight of all bodies within The Episcopal Church. The Commission also recommends changing “shall” to “will” in connection with referrals to this Standing Commission.