1210B: Membership — New members of the Society may be inducted immediately upon petition and payment of fees. They no longer need to be elected by the [[Board|Board of Directors]]. Former members will continue to be subject to Board election. (October 2012, item XIV)
1507: Non-Discrimination: The Society does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its activities or operations. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all participants in the Society. (July 2015, item X)
1205: Postnominal use by the Society — The Society will use not more than three internal and three external postnominals. Members may select which of their recognized postnominals they wish to have used. (May 2012, item XIII)