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(a) (1) It takes precedence over any pendingquestion out of which it may arise; (2) It must be raised promptly at the time the breach occurs; (3)The Chairperson may consentto permitting a member to explain, or a knowledgeable or interested member can be heard by way of explanation; and (4) It is ruled on by the Chairperson without a vote, unless the Chairperson is in doubt or the Chairperson’s ruling is appealed. (b)A motion toappeal theChairperson’s ruling on a point oforder: (1) Is not applicable to an opinion by the Chairperson; (2) Requires a second to be heard, at which time the question is taken from the Chairperson and vested in the entire Council or Committee for a final decision; and (3) Takes precedence over any question pending at the time. 6. When a motion in one of the categories described in paragraph 4, or another incidental motion fails or is decided in the negative, the same shall not be revived at the same meeting relative to the main question under discussion. If all fail or are decided in the negative, the only remaining question shall be as to the passage or adoption of the bill, resolution, or other main question. 7. Notwithstanding paragraph 4, Council-initiated bills to amend the Subdivision Control and Zoning Codes of the Hawai‘i County Code shall be disposed of at the appropriate Committee in the following manner: (a) The introducer shall make a motion to refer the bill to the Planning Director and designated planning commission, or both commissions, as provided by the Charter, for their review and respective recommendations. (b) Prior to the vote on the motion for referral, the Committee may amend the bill, if it so desires. (c) After review by the Planning Director and designated planning commission, or both commissions, as provided by the Charter, the bill shall be returned to the Committee for further action. (d) A failed motion to refer as provided in subparagraph (a) shall mean that the bill has failed and thus shall not be acted on further by the Council or its Committees. 13-4