About the Committee
Previously a convention committee, the HOD Coordinating Committee (HCC) is now a standing MSS committee whose members are appointed to full, one-year terms. HCC supports the MSS Delegate and Alternate Delegate, as well as student members of their state delegations, in forming a common and well-informed position on resolutions and reports presented to the AMA House of Delegates. The committee is also responsible for coordinating student testimony for HOD reference committees for all student-authored resolutions.
In addition to its duties pertaining to business in the AMA House of Delegates, HCC works to improve the quality of resolutions submitted for consideration by the MSS Assembly. Through the preparation of informational resources and through direct work with resolution authors, HCC ensures that MSS resolutions call for feasible policy, are thoroughly researched, and are well-written.
Learn more about HCC's responsibilities
Meet your 2007-2008 HOD Coordinating Committee
Contact your HOD Coordinating Committee
- Committee Chair - Eleonora Teplinsky
- Committee Vice Chair - Trevor Neal
Information and Resources
Resolution alternatives
Sometimes it may not be necessary or appropriate to submit a resolution for consideration by the MSS Assembly. Please review this helpful guide to determine if there are other ways to achieve your goal.
Resolution deadlines (A-08)
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April 11, 2008 - Resolution draft must be posted to MSS Health Policy and News listserv
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April 25, 2008 - Final draft of resolution and completed resolution checklist must be submitted
MSS Resolution Writing Guide (PDF, 44KB)
Learn how to write an effective resolution.
Resolution template (Word, 36KB)
You must use this template for all resolutions submitted for consideration by the MSS Assembly.
Tips on testifying before a Reference Committee
Learn how to best deliver testimony to ensure a favorable reference committee report.
AMA Policy
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Learn more about the AMA policy-making process (PDF, 74KB)
MSS Policy
Get Involved
Serve on the HCC Convention Committee at a national meeting
Before and during each MSS Annual and Interim meeting, HCC expands in size. HCC Convention Committee applications are due April 2, 2008.
Serve on the 2008-2009 MSS Standing HCC
2008-2009 standing committees applications are due June 2008.
Serve as an MSS Regional Delegate
2009 Regional Delegate applications are due October 1, 2008.
Meet the HOD Coordinating Committee
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