The Voting Delegate Experience

Congratulations on your selection as a HOSA Voting Delegate. This select group of individuals has a very important role in guiding HOSA-Future Health Professionals into the future. Please take full advantage of this opportunity to be a part of HOSA’s history!
 
Duties of the Voting Delegate
The duties of the Voting Delegates are of utmost importance to the operation of a functioning student organization. HOSA is student-led; therefore, students are responsible for the governing of the affairs associated with the organization.  
Voting Delegate duties are to:  
    • Review and act upon the  business of the organization as presented by the Executive Council and  the HOSA, Inc. Board of Directors 
    • Enact proposed changes to the HOSA Bylaws      
    • Approve the Nominating Committee’s Report   
    • Elect the Executive Council 
    • Represent their chartered association

Voting Delegate Work at the International Leadership Conference 
Prior to the ILC, Voting Delegates MUST: 

    • Read the Voting Delegate Packet
    • Review all applicants’ online YouTube links and resumes (available May 2026)
Voting Delegate Eligibility
Voting Delegates will be ineligible to compete in competitive events at ILC but they CAN participate and compete in the National Geographic Learning Academic Testing Center,  Health Care Issues Exam, as well as Recognition Events.
Caucusing 101
  • Chartered Association’s Voting Delegates may hold caucus meetings to discuss candidates, platforms, and qualifications before voting. 
  • Candidates cannot initiate contact with associations to join their caucus – no unsolicited outreach or requests to speak.
  • Advisors can observe and give input, but must not influence votes; decisions must stay student-led. 
  • Caucus formats vary by delegation; each association runs its own meeting within these rules.