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Motions Requiring Two-Thirds Vote

Any motion that takes away rights from members will require a two-thirds vote. Examples of these rights are the right to conduct business by the known and established rules of the group or organization; the right to be informed of pending action, to debate, and to vote. Motions that always require a two-thirds vote:

  • Previous question (close debate)

  • Limit or extend debate

  • Close nominations or polls

  • Suspend the rules

  • Object to the consideration of a question

  • Make a special order

If previous notice has not been given, the following need a two-thirds vote:

  • Rescind

  • Discharge a committee

  • Amend something previously adopted

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