Parli Pro Motions

What is a Motion?

a proposal that the assembly take certain action, or that it express itself as holding certain views.

What is a Main Motion?

A formal proposal introduced for debate and decision by the assembly, typically addressing the primary issue at hand.

What is a Subsidiary Motion?

A motion that modifies or affects the main motion without directly opposing it, used to help manage the assembly's discussion.

To Lay on the Table

A motion used to temporarily set aside a main motion or any other pending business, allowing the assembly to focus on a different issue without rejecting the original motion.

The Previous Question

A motion that calls for an immediate vote on the pending question, effectively ending debate.

Limit or Extend Debate

A motion that sets a specified time limit on debate for a particular motion or extends the time for discussion, ensuring efficient use of the assembly's time.

Postpone Definitely

A motion that allows the assembly to delay consideration of a pending motion to a specific time or date, enabling further discussion or preparation.

Refer to the Committee

A motion that sends a pending motion to a committee for further study and recommendations before returning to the assembly for a vote.

Amend

A motion that proposes changes to a pending motion, which may involve adding, altering, or omitting specific sections to improve clarity or adjust the proposal.

Postpone indefinitely

A motion that allows the assembly to set aside a pending motion without establishing a timeline for its reconsideration, effectively terminating discussion on that motion.

1. Lay on the table, 2. Previous question, 3. Limit or extend debate, 4. Postpone to a certain time, 5. Refer to committee, 6. Amend, 7. Postpone indefinitely.

What is the order of precedence for subsidiary motions?

What is a Privileged Motion?

A motion that addresses urgent matters that affect the rights and privileges of the assembly or members, and can interrupt pending business. Examples include motions for recess or to raise a question of privilege.

Call for the Orders of the day

A motion used to compel the assembly to return to the scheduled agenda or to consider a specific item of business that is pending.

Raise a Question of Privilege

A privileged motion allowing members to address urgent concerns related to the rights or privileges of the assembly, often requiring immediate attention.

Recess

A privileged motion that allows the assembly to take a short break during a meeting, often used to refresh or regroup members before continuing with business.

Adjournment

A motion to end a meeting, which can be made at any time when no business is pending. An adjournment can be set for a specific time or indefinitely.

Fix the time to which the assembly shall adjourn

A motion that sets a specific time for the assembly to reconvene after the current meeting adjourns. This ensures that future meetings are organized and scheduled accordingly.

What are Incidental Motions?

Motions that arise out of or are related to a pending motion or discussion. They often deal with the procedure of the assembly and must be resolved before addressing the main motion.