Basic Parliamentary Procedure |
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- Maker must be recognized by chairperson
- Maker then states, “I move…”
- A second to the motion is required
- The maker of the motion has the right to speak first
- The maker also has the privilege of speaking last before the vote
- The chairperson recognizes each person before he or she speaks
To Amend a Motion:
- Requires a second
- Amendment can be debated and can be amended
- Majority vote is needed to approve the amendment
- Vote on the amendment before voting on the original motion
To Table a Motion:
- Requires a second
- No debate is allowed
- No amendments to the tabling motion can be made
- Majority vote is required to pass the tabling motion
- Can set a definite date for reconsideration
To Adjourn a Meeting:
- Requires a second
- Not debatable
- Cannot be amended
- Majority vote is needed pass
To Take a Motion from the Table:
- Requires a second
- Not debatable
- Cannot be amended
- Majority vote is needed to pass
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