The scope of your authority to speak or act on behalf of the Academy will depend upon the nature of your assignment. The authority of officers and directors is specifically delineated in the bylaws. Committee chairpersons and members may act only to further the specific charges of their task forces and committees or to fulfill particular requests from the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, or councils. Please be certain that you and the members working with you do not exceed the scope of your authority, and contact the appropriate supervising member with any questions concerning the scope of your responsibilities.