The Law of Order Blog

So, you’ve learned about the amazing efficiency tactic called the consent agenda: a single motion that passes multiple noncontroversial items. Now, you’re ready to streamline seven items into one and...

Let’s be honest: we’re all looking for ways to shorten meetings. Enter the consent agenda—an underused tool for streamlining meetings and saving time. Today’s post explains what consent agendas are...

You all know the drill… The business meeting agenda includes dedicated space for committees to report their activities. But the meeting drags on forever because some of the committees don’t have any...

It’s a legit question: Should you ask everyone to “say ‘aye’”? Or use paper ballots? Or just have people to raise their hands? Within parliamentary procedure, what are your options...

Explore one of our most popular and helpful infographics! The Motions Quick Guide is available here as a free download—easy to save, print, and use at your next meeting. Perhaps...