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Length of term

For how long do the new officers serve before they must seek reelection?

The length of term for each office is set in the local union constitution. For most locals, including all those covered by the Standard Constitution contained in Appendix C of the International Constitution, the terms are one year for all officers except trustees. The trustees serve three-year terms, with one term expiring each year. Locals may make different provisions, by amendments to their local constitutions, subject to the approval of the International President. The absolute maximum term of local union office is three years. Any amendment that increases the length of term would, of course, not extend the terms of the incumbents but would take effect at the time of the next election.

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