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The LPNC conducts much of its work via committees. There are two standing committees established by our Bylaws: the Bylaws and Rules Committee and the Platform Committee. There are also several working committees which are set up by the LPNC Executive Committee. Membership in all committees is open to LPNC members. If you want to volunteer to serve, contact the LPNC chair or the committee member listed below.

STANDING COMMITTEES

Bylaws and Rules Committee:

The Bylaws and Rules Committee is appointed by the Executive Committee to recommend changes to the LPNC Bylaws and/or Convention Rules. The changes that are recommended are considered by delegates at the LPNC State Convention in odd number years (Bylaws Article VIII, Section 1). This committee has an online discussion group. Committee discussions can be viewed by anyone. To join this committee, contact Phil Jacobson.

Platform Committee:

The Platform Committee is appointed by the Executive committee to recommend changes to the LPNC platform. The recommended changes are considered by delegates at the LPNC State Convention in even numbered years (Bylaws Article VIII, Section 2). This committee has an online discussion group. Committee discussions can be viewed by anyone. To join this committee, contact Phil Jacobson

WORKING COMMITTEES

Ballot Access Petitioning Committee Committee:

The Ballot Access Petitioning Committee works to collect signatures from volunteers, county affiliates and individuals to ensure that the LPNC is included on the ballot in upcoming elections. The committee also works to raise funds to employ paid petitioners to help ensure that the large number of signatures that the state requires can be gathered. This committee has an online discussion group that can be viewed by anyone. To join this committee, contact Bob Ritchie

Convention Committee:

The Convention Committee finds a location and plans the speakers and events that will take place during the LPNC State Convention. To join this committee, contact Susan Hogarth.

County Affiliate Affairs Committee:

This committee was formed to facilitate discussion between county affiliates. It allows them to compare notes, coordinate their efforts and discuss things needed from the state level. To join this committee, contact Richard Norman.

Finance Committee:

The finance committee meets on a quarterly basis to review the Treasurer's report and is also charged with developing an annual budget to present to the Executive Committee. In addition, the finance committee is responsible for reviewing the accounting policies and procedures of the Executive Committee of the LPNC, establishing appropriate internal controls and making recommendations to the Executive Committee for implementation of systems to manage these responsibilities. This committee has an online discussion group that LPNC members can join with approval. To join the discussion group or become a committee member, contact John Caveny.

Lawsuit Committee:

The Lawsuit Committee plans the LPNC's lawsuit against the state of North Carolina. The lawsuit seeks to lower requirements for third parties to be on the ballot in all elections. This committee has an online discussion group that LPNC members can join with approval. To join the discussion group or become a committee member, contact John Caveny.

Legislative Agenda Committee:

The Legislative Agenda committee tracks current legislation and works with state office holders to pass laws that reflect Libertarian principles. This committee has an online discussion group and discussions can be viewed by anyone. To join this committee, contact Eric Smith.

Policy Manual/Past Practices Committee:

This committee is compiling and publishing a list of LPNC past practices, including descriptions of EC positions and duties. To join this committee, contact Barbara Howe.

State Fair Committee:

The State Fair Committee organizes the LPNC's booth at the NC State Fair and finds volunteers to man the booth while the fair is taking place. To join this committee, contact Susan Hogarth.