Internal Affairs Division
Larry Besson (IL), Chairman
John W. Querfeld (IL), Director
Contact Information
Internal Affairs Matters--- (317) 630-1330
Membership General Matters--- (317) 630-1321
Northeast Region Liaison--(317) 630-1379
Central Region Liaison-- (317) 630-1327
Southeast Region Liaison-- (317) 630-1406
Midwest Region Liaison-- (317) 630-1265
Western Region Liaison-- (317) 630-1351
Sons of The American Legion Matters--- (317) 630-1205
TAL/SAL Charters--- (317) 630-1335
E-mail: Contact Internal Affairs
Fax: (317) 630-1413
The National Internal Affairs Commission was established by resolution of the National Executive Committee in 1947. The original charge for this constitutional commission still remains: to formulate and recommend policies and to oversee the implementation of adopted policies relating to activities conducted for organizational purposes.
Among those purposes are all those not properly the responsibility of any other national commission, as well as membership strategies, post formation, clerical and records administration for posts and individual members, and special projects. The commission also is required from time-to-time to provide guidance and assistance to the National Adjutant on necessary administrative operations of the National Headquarters.
Under the broad interpretation of those purposes not properly the responsibility of other commissions, Internal Affairs oversees awards, constitutional discipline, and commemorative activities. The commission also monitors legislative and other regulatory activities, which potentially affect posts and departments, and recommends appropriate courses of action.
The commission has four standing committees assigned to it for supervision and coordination. They are: Trophies, Awards and Ceremonials; Resolutions Assignment; Constitution and By-Laws; and Membership & Post Activities. The latter has separate reporting responsibilities to the National Convention and the National Executive Committee.
Internal Affairs is responsible for overseeing and reviewing the activities of the Sons of The American Legion, which is not a separate organization, but rather, a major program of the organization.
The commission also oversees long-term programs and activities, such as the National Paid-Up-For-Life program, Legion Racing (Car #76) in NASCAR and the National Emergency Fund.
A new, exciting program, currently in its growing stages, is Legion Riders. This is a great opportunity for us to outreach to veterans who are not members of our ranks, as well as get involved in community events/fundraising. For more information on how this can benefit your Post or Department, or for other information, go to The American Legion Riders page.
Useful Links
Sons of The American Legion
National Paid-Up-For-Life
Legion Racing
National Emergency Fund
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