Main Motions
An author says this at the end of closing comments
What is "I move this bill do pass"?
This motion sets a bill down, maybe forever, and is not debatable.
What is a motion to Lay a bill on the Table?
'I move to Table this bill'
How to move to end debate and vote on the current motion(s)
What is 'moving the previous question'?
'I move the previous question'
This federal body makes all the laws of the land
What is Congress?
To make this motion, you have to have voted against the motion you want to bring back up for discussion
What is a 'Reconsider' motion?
'I move to reconsider HB-12 which I previously voted against'
This motion sets a bill down, maybe forever, but allows debate before voting.
What is a 'Motion to Postpone Indefinitely'?
This motion helps you add time to discuss a bill longer
What is a 'Motion to extend debate time'?
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You need this proportion of Ayes to override a governor veto
What is a '3/5 majority'?
The chair said Ayes but you really thought it was Nays, this word will call for a recount if said before the gavel drops.
What is 'division!'?
How to make changes to a bill on the floor
What is a motion to Amend?
"I move to amend bill X to say Y in line 3 instead of Z"
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