Governance
The legislative and policy-making body of the American Optometric Association is the House of Delegates, which is established and functions as provided in the bylaws. The administrative body of this association is the Board of Trustees, which implements the policies established by the House of Delegates and performs such duties as are prescribed in the bylaws.
Governance documents
- Constitution and Bylaws
- House of Delegates resolutions and substantive motions
- House of Delegates procedures
House of Delegates
Optometry's Meeting® 2025: Wednesday, June 25-Saturday, June 28
House of Delegates: Thursday, June 26-Saturday, June 28
- Thursday - 8:30am-11:30am
- Friday - 8:30am-11:30am
- Saturday - 9am-12pm
For more than a century, optometry’s preeminent assembly of leaders and decision makers has led the advancement of our profession. Join us as the House of Delegates discusses the latest in optometry and essential governance updates, the most up-to-date news from the AOA Board of Trustees and the presentation of awards. All members are invited to attend each session, including the election and installation of the AOA Board of Trustees. Hear the latest in advocacy news and accomplishments and get a glimpse at the future of optometry from your AOA leaders.
2025 House of Delegates Documents
House of Delegates information
Offices to be filled by election
Proposed Constitution and bylaws amendments
- Bylaws amendment 1: Retired membership
- Bylaws amendment 2: Life membership
- Bylaws amendment 3: Provisional membership
- Bylaws amendment 4: Post-graduate membership
- Bylaws amendment 5: ACOE