Decision Number 517

SUBJECT TO FINAL EDITING


October 29, 1982

Decision


Par. 622.3(b) is constitutional.

Par. 507.1 is unconstitutional to the extent that it authorizes fixing of boundaries of episcopal areas by final action of the Jurisdictional Conference. This power is reserved to the bishops as part of the episcopal administration under the Constitution.

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