Here’s a common parliamentary procedure question: “Can the chair vote?” Robert’s Rules gives us some preliminary help on chair participation with a vague “yes, but only sometimes.” I’d like to take this a...
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Here’s a common parliamentary procedure question: “Can the chair vote?” Robert’s Rules gives us some preliminary help on chair participation with a vague “yes, but only sometimes.” I’d like to take this a...
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Are you frustrated, confused, or overwhelmed during business meetings? If the rules of business meetings exasperate you, don’t worry—you’re not alone. Leaders and members of all kinds of organizations often...
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What is Robert’s Rules? What is parliamentary procedure? How do I make a motion? Can I table a motion at any time? When can I amend a motion? Whether you’re the Chair...
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1. What is a point of order? The phrase “point of order” refers to a situation where a rule (e.g., portion of the bylaws or Robert’s Rules) is not being...
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1. What is a friendly amendment? A friendly amendment is a proposed change to a main motion, made to clarify or improve the wording of the motion. Though “friendly amendment”...
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