Circular chart divided in sections showing how a parliamentary motion proceeds from state to finish.

What Is a Secondary Motion?

In the world of parliamentary procedure, there are main motions, and then there are “non-main” motions. In the category of “non-main” motions, also called secondary motions, are motions to Table,...

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Quick Guide: Friendly Amendments

If you’ve ever attended a meeting and heard (or said) the words, “I’d like to make a friendly amendment,” you’ve probably also had the privilege of observing the very special...

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