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This is where we will post questions and situations that will test your knowledge of parliamentary procedure. If you have a parliamentary Mind Bender or Brain Teaser that you would like to share, send it to mindbenders@parlipro.org and we will print the best ones here. Unless otherwise noted, the parliamentary authority is Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR), 10th edition. The informal parliamentary opinions expressed here follow general principles of parliamentary law and Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised (RONR), 10th edition, and are based solely on the brief summary of facts presented, without the benefit of having reviewed the bylaws and other governing documents. An association's own bylaws, covenants, Articles of Incorporation, Special Rules of Order, and local or state laws will supersede what RONR says. A significant difference in facts could result in different conclusions being reached. If there is much at stake, readers are encouraged to seek a formal written parliamentary opinion from a Professional Registered Parliamentarian, which includes a thorough review of the organization's bylaws and governing documents. Nothing here should be construed as an interpretation of statutory law.

Answer to Mind Bender for November 2003:

All references are to RONR 10th ed

Question: Can you tell me the proper procedure when someone yells out in a meeting "I call the question"?

Such an outburst is not in order, and the chair should warn the member that it will not be tolerated. To "call the question" or move the Previous Question requires the member to obtain the floor and say, "I move the Previous Question." or "I call the question" if that is what your membership is familiar with. What it really means is, "I move that we end debate on this motion and vote immediately". It must be seconded and adopted by a two-thirds vote. If so, then the main question is then voted on. If the motion for Previous Question is not adopted, then debate on the main question continues.

 

 

   

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