Motions
What is a "main motion"?
A proposal made to introduce new business or ideas.
Who leads the meeting?
The chair or presiding officer.
What is a majority vote?
More than half of the votes cast.
What is a quorum?
The minimum number of members required to conduct business.
What is the first item on the agenda?
Call to order.
What motion ends debate immediately?
previous question
Who records the minutes?
The secretary.
What vote is needed to amend a motion?
A majority vote.
What does "adjourn" mean?
To officially end the meeting.
What comes after "reading minutes"?
Approval or correction of the minutes.
What motion requires a 2/3 vote to pass?
Who enforces the rules?
The chair or presiding officer.
What is a "voice vote"?
Voting by verbally saying "aye" or "no."
What is a "point of order"?
A call that the rules are being broken.
When are committee reports given?
After the approval of minutes and before new business.
What motion can be used to delay action?
Motion to "postpone" or "table" the motion
Who can make motions?
Any member with the right to speak and vote.
What is a "roll call vote"?
Voting where each member's vote is recorded individually.
What does "table a motion" mean?
To temporarily set aside a motion for later consideration.
What follows "new business"?
Announcements or adjournment (depending on the agenda).
What motion can be reconsidered?
A motion that has already been voted on can be reconsidered by a member who voted on the prevailing side.
Who can vote in a meeting?
All members present and eligible to vote.
What is required to override the chair?
majority vote
What is a "gavel"?
A small hammer used by the chair to maintain order.
What is the last item on the agenda?
Adjournment.