{"product_id":"usa-swimming-2024-mini-rulebook","title":"USA Swimming 2024 Mini Rulebook","description":"\u003cp\u003eAs the National Governing Body for the sport of Swimming, USA Swimming is responsible for setting the rules and regulations governing competitive swimming. The USA Swimming 2024 Rulebook is the official publication of USA Swimming. Changes to the rulebook are made on a yearly basis following the U.S. Aquatic Sports Convention. These changes include any new legislation, revisions, and updates as voted on by the House of Delegates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReflective of all the latest changes to USA Swimming Rules and Regulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny proposed changes to USA Swimming Rules and Regulations should be submitted to both the Chair and Secretary of the USA Swimming Rules \u0026amp; Regulations Committee in accordance with Article 511.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuestions regarding USA Swimming Rules and Regulations, or any of the interpretations, may be directed to the Chair of the USA Swimming Rules \u0026amp; Regulations Committee, Clark Hammond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAJOR LEGISLATION AND RULE CHANGES FOR 2024 (currently effective except as otherwise noted)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe composition of the House of Delegates was extended for one year, and clarification was added to emphasize that each voting member only receives one vote. (Corporate Bylaws 6.1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rule for starting procedures was amended to conform to World Aquatics. (Article 101.1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe starting command was amended to conform to World Aquatics. (Various Locations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rule for backstroke finishes was amended to conform to World Aquatics. (Article 101.4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe certification process for officials for all LSCs was standardized. (Article 102.10.2) [Effective January 1, 2024]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe differences between accommodations and modifications for swimmers with a disability were emphasized.. (Article 105.1)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe rules for loading NCAA times and observed times were updated to current practices. (Articles 202.7, 202.8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Zones are allowed to host a second Senior Championship Meet each year. (Article 205.7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Development Competition Category was updated to allow LSCs more flexibility. (Article 205.11)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Open Water wetsuit rules were amended to conform to World Aquatics. (Articles 701.1, 701.4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFINA was changed to World Aquatics. (Multiple Locations)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVirtual meetings for LSC House of Delegates are allowed. (Required LSC Bylaws Template Article 4.8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e (1) rulebook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Imported\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48501937537278,"sku":"usa-swimming-2024-mini-rulebook-8219319","price":2.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0816\/9986\/4830\/files\/a3e73fc89f117a21c05f23dd070efbcc.webp?v=1782904682","url":"https:\/\/swimoutletusshop.com\/products\/usa-swimming-2024-mini-rulebook","provider":"swimoutletusshop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}