Your voice, your vote: WSNA General Assembly and elections
WSNA members will debate key resolutions at General Assembly on May 1, with elections and bylaws voting to follow electronically from May 26 to June 25.
February 21, 2025 • 1 minute, 46 seconds to read
As Washington’s nurses face evolving challenges in the workplace and in healthcare policy, members of the Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) will soon have the opportunity to shape the future of their association and profession.
The WSNA General Assembly, the governing body of the association, will convene at the Washington State Nurses Convention in Tacoma, April 30 – May 2, 2025. At the meeting, members will debate and vote on proposed resolutions that help define WSNA’s positions on key issues facing nurses. The discussion of proposed bylaws amendments will also take place, though final approval will be determined by a separate electronic vote of all members from May 26 – June 25, 2025.
A critical moment for WSNA members
The General Assembly is one of the most significant events in WSNA’s governance, providing members in good standing with the opportunity to weigh in on the association’s policy direction. Past resolutions have influenced WSNA’s stance on legislative priorities, workplace conditions, and professional standards.
For many members, the proposed bylaws amendments will be an area of particular focus. Developed by the WSNA Committee on Bylaws, the 2025 proposals are formatted differently than in previous years, grouping changes into motions by subject for clarity and efficiency. The full list of proposed amendments is available online, along with a redlined document showing changes in context.
What happens at the Convention vs. the electronic vote?
WSNA members will vote on resolutions during General Assembly at the Convention. However, the election of WSNA officers and the vote on bylaws amendments will take place electronically following the Convention, allowing all members across the state to participate.
Members will have the opportunity to meet the candidates running for WSNA offices at a Meet the Candidates session on April 30, where candidates will share their vision for WSNA’s future.
Once elected, the incoming WSNA Board of Directors will take approved resolutions into account as they set strategic priorities for the next two years, determining the focus of WSNA’s advocacy and professional development initiatives.
Key dates for participation
| March 1, 2025 | Deadline to submit nominations for WSNA offices |
| March 1, 2025 | Deadline to submit resolutions for consideration |
| April 30, 2025 | Meet the Candidates session at the Convention |
| May 1, 2025 | General Assembly at the WSNA Convention |
| May 26 – June 25, 2025 | Electronic voting on bylaws amendments and WSNA elections |
How to get involved
WSNA members are encouraged to review the proposed bylaws amendments, submit nominations, and register for the Convention to take part in the decision-making process.
For members unable to attend in person, the electronic voting period ensures that every voice can be heard.
Every nurse who participates in this process plays a role in shaping WSNA’s direction. Whether you’re attending General Assembly, nominating a leader, or casting your vote in June, your engagement strengthens WSNA and the profession as a whole.