Information from NARFE National Secretary/Treasurer

You recently received notification that NARFE will be conducting a referendum January 26 through February 24, 2026. The proposed bylaw amendment was submitted by the Colorado Federation and approved by the National Executive Board (NEB).

This is just the first step in moving NARFE forward towards supporting our continuing sustainability. The proposed amendment is to change the term limits from two years to three years for all NEB members. The justification for this change is to: (a) provide consistency among all NEB elected members’ term limits; (b) potentially retain continuity of NEB leadership; (c) potentially allow the current NEB to focus on completing projects and assignments initiated during the present term; and (d) enhance continuity and organizational effectiveness in the face of frequent uncertainties with the Federal Government.

The proposed amendment has been processed by the Bylaws Committee and was unanimously recommended for approval.

It is imperative to note the following deadlines for this referendum:

• January 16, 2026 – deadline for paper ballot requests to NARFE (6:00 p.m. EST)
• January 26, 2026 – online voting begins
• January 30, 2026 – date by which all paper ballots will have been mailed
• February 24, 2026 – voting ends
• February 28, 2026 – results posted on the NARFE website

The referendum ballot will be posted on the NARFE website at www.narfe.org/2026-referendum, along with a copy of the Bylaws Committee Report. The copy of the referendum ballot is being provided for your information, and cannot be used to cast a vote. Any questions should be directed to your Regional Vice President.