What does a parliamentarian do?
Is it a Parliamentarian’s job to maintain order in meetings?
YES Parliamentarians must
who must a person be recognized by to make a motion?
The president (the chair)
What happens after the debate over a motion ends?
The chair restates the motion, and then calls for a vote
Should the nominating committee report be submitted before or after elections?
Before elections
What political process is involved in being a parliamentarian?
democracy
How does another member show that a motion must be discussed?
By seconding the motion
What is the setup for a voice vote?
“All in favor say aye... those opposed say no”
List the ways to be nominated for office
Chair, floor, committee, or ballot
What do parliamentarians typically document?
Motions made and there outcomes
What happens to the motion after it is seconded?
It is debated
What is the job of an amendment?
To improve or adjust motions
When is a voice vote used?
When there’s only one candidate
Which group proceeds the other,
The rights of a assembly or individual?
The Rights of the assembly
supersede the Rights of the Individual
How many times is a member allowed to speak during a debate on a motion?
Twice per motion, per day
What is voted on first the amendment or the main motion?
the amendment
What happens if results of elections are contested?
A recount is taken
What do parliamentarians work through to protect the right of absent teens?
Protects the rights of absentees through a Quorum, the minimum number of people that must be present to make decesions
Who has the right to speak first when debating a motion?
The maker of the motion
What is the percentage of people who must vote to immediately end a debate?
2/3 of the committee must vote against continuing With a debate.
What is expected of an outgoing officer?
A outgoing officer is expected to share knowledge and documents along with teaching successors what to do.