Debate
How many times and how long may a member speak on any debatable motion on the same day?
2, 10 min
What happens when there is a tie vote?
Division
The highest level of rules contained in a document of the organization is called:
Bylaws.
If you have a motion to postpone to a certain time pending:
You can only debate whether or not to postpone.
Who may make the motion to reconsider
A member who voted on the winning side.
Who has preference in recognition?
The maker of motion, first to stand
What may members do when they disagree with the announced result of a vote?
Object to the Result
Call for a Recount
Move for Reconsideration
Challenge the Vote (Point of Order)
When a group needs to vary the rules from those in the parliamentary authority:
It may adopt special rules
How long can a motion be postponed?
Until the next regular meeting held by the third month following the present month.
When can the motion to reconsider be made?
On the same day, only if the original motion is made in a regular meeting
What is the rule about making a second speech?
The member must wait until everyone else who wants to speak has had their turn before they are allowed to speak again.
When may the chair vote?
Voting Member
Tie Breaker
When Required
Temporarily Replaced
Unanimous Consent
What are the rules relating to administrative details called?
Standing rules.
The motion to send a motion to a committee for further study or redrafting is called the motion to:
Commit or refer
What is the correct language to make the motion to reconsider?
“I move to reconsider the vote on the motion to hold a seminar in May. I voted for the motion.”
How does the chair handle debate when there are opposite opinions that will be pressed?
The chair ensures both sides of a debate are heard, alternating recognition between proponents and opponents. They maintain order, prevent disruptions, and may move to limit debate or extend debate if needed, aiming for a fair and respectful discussion.
If the chair asks for unanimous consent and a member objects, what should the chair do?
proceed with a formal vote on the matter. The objection effectively blocks the unanimous consent and requires a majority decision instead.
What should be done if a custom conflicts with a rule of the organization?
Follow the written rule.
Which motion requires a majority vote?
1 limit/extend debate
2 commit/refer
3 previous question
Commit or Refer
If the motion to reconsider is adopted, what happens next?
The original motion is back before the assembly just as it was before the original vote was taken.
How to limit or extend limits of debate.
limit debate: A motion is made to restrict time or speeches, seconded, debated, and voted on. To extend debate: A motion is made to add time or speakers, seconded, debated, and voted on.
In what circumstances is a two-thirds vote required?
Whose duty is it to make sure the rules are followed?
The chair.
Which type of committee has continuing existence and function?
Standing committee.
The motions to rescind or amend something previously adopted are like main motions, except
A two-thirds vote or a majority of the entire membership is required to adopt them if previous notice is not given.