TRANSPARENCY • ACCOUNTABILITY • SERVICE
Bylaws & Governance
The governing documents, organizational structure, and shared responsibilities that help guide the Texas Hunter Education Instructors Association.
OUR ORGANIZATION
Built on Volunteer Leadership
Founded in 1995, the Texas Hunter Education Instructors Association is a nonprofit organization established by volunteer hunter education instructors to support the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department Hunter Education Program.
THEIA is governed by its elected leadership and operates under organizational bylaws and procedures intended to support responsible administration and the association’s mission.
Making these documents accessible helps members understand how their association is organized and how its activities are guided.
OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS
Governing Documents
The following documents are published by THEIA. Please refer to the official documents for the precise language governing association operations.
GOVERNING DOCUMENT 01
THEIA Bylaws
The bylaws establish the association’s governing framework. The most current version is the 2022 version.
GOVERNING DOCUMENT 02
Standard Operating Procedures
The association also publishes Standard Operating Procedures, providing additional organizational guidance alongside its bylaws.
ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP
How THEIA Is Governed
THEIA is led by officers and directors who serve as volunteers and are elected by the membership.
The association’s leadership includes executive officers and regional directors who help guide organizational activities and represent the instructor community.
Elected Officers
Provide organizational leadership, administration, and financial oversight.
Regional Directors
Bring regional perspectives and help represent the association’s membership.
Association Members
Support the association through participation, service, and membership involvement.
OUR COMMITMENT
Responsible Stewardship
As a nonprofit association, THEIA relies on responsible leadership, member participation, and a shared commitment to its educational mission.
Accountability
Supporting sound organizational decisions and responsible use of association resources.
Transparency
Helping members access information about the association’s structure and governing documents.
Volunteer Service
Recognizing the contributions of individuals who dedicate their time to hunter education.
Mission-Focused Leadership
Keeping the association’s support of hunter education instructors at the center of its work.
QUESTIONS ABOUT GOVERNANCE?
Connect with THEIA Leadership
Members with questions about governing documents, organizational procedures, or association leadership are encouraged to contact THEIA.
For specific questions about elections, membership rights, meetings, or other governance matters, consult the bylaws and any applicable adopted procedures.
BE PART OF THE ASSOCIATION
Help Shape THEIA’s Future
Support the association and the volunteers working to strengthen hunter education throughout Texas.