What is required for a voting delegate to be eligible to vote at the conference?

To be eligible to vote at the conference, a delegate must be officially certified 20 days prior to the event. This certification process ensures that delegates are properly registered and recognized by the organization, affirming their authority to participate in voting. Timely certification is fundamental because it enables the conference organizers to prepare the necessary voting materials and facilitate an orderly voting process. Without this certification, delegates would not have their eligibility verified, potentially jeopardizing the integrity and organization of the voting proceedings.