Explanation

Currently, the President of the House of Deputies and the Vice President of the House of Deputies do not undergo background checks prior to their elections. Because these roles involve substantial fiduciary responsibilities on behalf of the Church, it is fitting that they do so. However, this requires that interested persons make themselves known earlier than the start of General Convention, so that the check can be run with enough time to receive results. Presently there is no requirement that nominees be identified prior to actual nomination at General Convention.