Report of the Speaker-Elect.

The article presents information about report of the speaker-elect of the American Psychiatric Association (APA). The speaker-elect in his speech says "I am honored to have served as speaker-elect of the Assembly, and before addressing current important issues facing us and stating my goals for the coming year, I would like to provide an overview of the structure and function of the Assembly for our members." The speaker-elect further informs that any APA member can propose an action paper for his or her representative to bring forward for consideration by the Assembly.