What is the voting requirement before an electric cooperative already registered before NEA must be registered with the CDA?

What is the voting requirement before an electric cooperative already registered before NEA must be registered with the CDA?

• A. 20% of all members in good standing
• B. 5% of all members in good standing
• C. 25% of all members in good standing
• D. 3/4 of all members in good standing

Answer: (A)

Governing bodies require member consent when changing regulatory oversight, so a formal vote is necessary before an electric cooperative moves to register with the CDA. The standard sets that at least 20% of all members in good standing must vote in favor. This means a sizable portion of active members must support the move, ensuring the decision reflects broader member interest rather than a small faction. “In good standing” means members who are current on dues and not under any suspension or restriction that would invalidate their vote. If the vote doesn’t reach that 20% threshold (or fails to carry a positive majority among those voting, depending on the exact rule), the registration cannot proceed. The other percentages aren’t used here because they either demand too little participation or too high a level of unanimity for a practical, representative decision.

Governing bodies require member consent when changing regulatory oversight, so a formal vote is necessary before an electric cooperative moves to register with the CDA. The standard sets that at least 20% of all members in good standing must vote in favor. This means a sizable portion of active members must support the move, ensuring the decision reflects broader member interest rather than a small faction. “In good standing” means members who are current on dues and not under any suspension or restriction that would invalidate their vote. If the vote doesn’t reach that 20% threshold (or fails to carry a positive majority among those voting, depending on the exact rule), the registration cannot proceed. The other percentages aren’t used here because they either demand too little participation or too high a level of unanimity for a practical, representative decision.