House of Delegates

The House of Delegates is a deliberative assembly and grassroots member forum of AHIMA that governs the health information management (HIM) profession. The House of Delegates carries out specific powers and duties outlined in the AHIMA Bylaws and provides oversight of the AHIMA Bylaws and AHIMA Resolutions. Comprised of delegates elected or appointed from each of the 52 Component State Associations (CSA) and the AHIMA Board of Directors, the House is chaired by the Speaker of the House.

The House conducts business virtually and in-person on a year-round basis, operating on a July 1 - June 30 calendar. Virtual business is conducted through the State Leaders and House of Delegates Community of Practice (CoP), which any interested AHIMA member can join. The annual house business meeting is held in conjunction with the AHIMA Convention and Exhibit.

To advance the mission and strategy of AHIMA, the House is organized into six teams which are led by co-chairs appointed by the Speaker of the House. These teams provide an ideal forum for delegate discussion, debate, and problem solving. Each House Team operates under specific charges set forth by the AHIMA Board of Directors.

Active participation and CSA representation on the House Team is vital to the success of the team and achievement of the charges. Each CSA is encouraged to assign a delegate or non-delegate as House Team members to one of six House Teams.

Resources/Links:
2011 AHIMA Convention Photos