NEA Representative Assembly
Denver, CO
July 3-7, 2026
The NEA Representative Assembly is one of the largest democratic bodies in the nation. With more than 8,000 delegates representing the state and local NEA affiliates, Aspiring Educators, retired members, and others from the united education profession, it is the best way to see the democracy of the National Education Association in action.
The NEA Representative Assembly is the primary legislative and policymaking body of the National Education Association and derives its powers from, and is responsible to, the membership. The NEA Representative Assembly adopts the strategic plan and budget, resolutions, the Legislative Program, and other policies of the Association. Delegates vote on proposed amendments to the Constitution and Bylaws. Those delegates with full voting rights elect the executive officers, Executive Committee members, and at-large members of the NEA Board of Directors, as appropriate. Check the NEA RA page for more information.
Delegates from across the state of Missouri will participate in the NEA RA July 3-7, 2026. Missouri NEA's state delegates are elected by MNEA active members*. MNEA is committed to racial and ethnic minority involvement, and we are happy to report that the composition of the MNEA delegation has always been in proportion to the ethnic minority population within the state of Missouri.
*Eligible Active Members: Only NEA Active and Active Life may vote (MNEA Retired and Student members hold their own elections).
2026 Delegates
Delegates to the 2026 NEA RA (coming soon)
MNEA Vice Andy Slaughter will also serve as a state delegate as per the MNEA Bylaws.
The list may be updated through the spring as local associations have elections. If you do not see the delegates for your local association on this list, please report them immediately to Pam Koetting (pam.koetting@mnea.org) or Loren Propst (loren.propst@mnea.org).
Ex Officio Delegates
Ex Officio Delegates
The MNEA president and NEA directors are eligible for ex officio delegate status to the NEA RA.
Local Delegates
Local Delegates
Local delegates are elected by the members of a local affiliate, with one delegate for every 150 active members or a major fraction thereof. Presidents of locals eligible to elect local delegates (locals with 76 members or more) will receive local election information in early February via email from NEA. Members should contact their local presidents to learn the procedures, timelines, and reimbursement procedures for local delegates.
Cluster Delegates
Cluster Delegates
Cluster delegates are elected by members of several locals that have networked to attain the minimum 76 members required for delegate eligibility. Members interested in being elected as cluster delegates should contact MNEA at (573) 634-3202. Cluster delegate elections are conducted during March and April.
MNEA-Retired Delegates
MNEA-Retired Delegates
MNEA-Retired members elect delegates from their membership to represent them at the NEA R.A. Only MNEA-Retired members may nominate, vote for or serve as retired delegates. MNEA-Retired delegates will be elected at their Annual Meeting in April. If you are a retired member who is interested in running for NEA RA delegate, please contact Treena Murray (mnearetiredpresident25@gmail.com) for more information.
Local Associations:
Complete the Local Delegate reporting form
Local associations should complete and return the Local Association NEA RA Delegate reporting form by April 10 to loren.propst@mnea.org.
Find the form on the NEA RA website. Scroll down the page and select your state, or local association, and click on "Election Report Form." A form will be auto-generated that fills in your local association's information, including the number of delegates allocated based on your membership counts.
Questions? Call (573) 634-3202.
STATE Delegates:
1) Accept NEA RA Credentials by March 31
Delegates to the NEA RA must submit a credential acceptance form to MNEA by 11:59 p.m. on March 31. If you miss the deadline, your position may be filled by an alternate.
2) Complete the NEA RA Registration & Order Form
NEA RA delegates have the opportunity to purchase event tickets, T-shirts and book hotel accommodations. You will not be able to purchase these items during the NEA RA. All items must be pre-purchased.
Coming Soon
3) Plan to attend the Pre-NEA RA Caucus
MNEA will hold the first delegate caucus on June 17, 2026. We will be going over a lot of important information, and you may lose partial funding if you miss this meeting. Watch your email for details.