⟩ So if I am not a member of the ARB, am I shut out ofthe decision making process?
There are many methods by which you can influence the evolution of
OpenGL.
1) Contribute to the comp.graphics.opengl news group. Most members of
the ARB read the news group religiously.
2) Contact any member of the ARB and convince that member that your
proposal is worth their advocacy. Any ARB member may present a
proposal, and all ARB members have equal say.
3) Come to OpenGL ARB and speak directly to ARB.