Robert's Rules of Order

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Robert's Rules of Order

• Flint H. Lewis
• Division Leader Conference
• Galveston, TX
• February 4, 2001

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Henry M. Robert (18371923)

• Rules drafted out of fear
• Adapted from rules of Congress
• Allow majority to effectively work its will
• With due respect for rights of strong minorities
• Universally accepted rules of procedure

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Know the Basics

• How motions are made
• How votes are taken
• ACS operates on consensus
• Informal procedures
• Strict application perceived negatively

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Sequence

• Motion made
• Second
• State the motion
• Debate
• Vote

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Amendments

• Amendment ? secondary motion
• Follow the sequence
• Deal with amendment first