CP Motions & Voting Procedures Flashcards

Which class of motions takes precedence over all other motions when raised?

Answer: Privileged motions

Privileged motions have the highest precedence and must be addressed before any other business.

A motion to 'table' a main motion in US parliamentary practice means to:

Answer: Set it aside temporarily with intent to return

In US practice, 'lay on the table' sets aside a motion temporarily so urgent business can proceed, with the intent to return.

What vote threshold is required to adopt a motion to 'suspend the rules'?

Answer: Two-thirds vote

Suspending the rules requires a two-thirds vote because it temporarily sets aside established procedural protections.

Which of the following motions is NOT debatable?

Answer: Lay on the table

The motion to lay on the table is undebatable because it is intended to act quickly without delay.

What is the effect of a negative vote on the motion to 'postpone indefinitely'?

Answer: The main motion remains before the assembly

Defeating postpone indefinitely simply keeps the main motion before the assembly for continued consideration.

Which voting method requires members to individually state 'aye' or 'no' aloud in turn?

Answer: Roll call vote

A roll call vote records each member's individual vote by having the secretary call names and members respond aloud.