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,rystA (acceptable to interrupt a speaker). Does not require a second, is not debatable, and requires a two-thirds vote opposed to consideration in order to pass. G. Division of a Question - divides a motion containing two or more provisions that can stand alone so that each provision can be considered and voted upon separately. Not debatable. H. Division of the Assembly -used to demand a rising vote to verify the vote count. The motion can be made without obtaining the floor,does not require a second,is not debatable,and does not require a vote. X. Main Motions That Bring a Question Back Before the Assembly A. Take from the Table - resumes consideration of a motion laid on the table earlier in the same session or in the previous session. Not debatable. B. Reconsider -reopens a motion to debate that has already been voted upon in the same session. The motion to reconsider can only be made by a member who voted on the prevailing side. It suspends action on the motion to which it is applied until it has been decided. It cannot be postponed beyond the next regular business session. C. Rescind (Annul or Repeal) or Amend Something Previously Adopted - repeals or amends a motion for which it is too late to reconsider. Normally requires a two-thirds vote of those present or a majority vote or the entire membership; however, if previous notice has been given then only a majority vote of those present is required. A motion to rescind cannot be applied to action that cannot be reversed. Xi. Voting A. Majority vote - defined as more than half of the votes cast by those present and voting (i.e., excluding abstentions) unless the organization's rules specify otherwise (e.g., majority of those present,or majority of the entire membership) B. Two-thirds vote - defined as at least two-thirds of those present and voting, unless otherwise specified by the organization's rules. Examples of motions that require a two-thirds vote: to close,limit,or extend debate;to suspend the rules;to amend the constitution and bylaws;to close nominations; to remove an officer or expel a member; or to object to the consideration of a motion. C. Voting by the Chair-except when there is a ballot vote,the chair only votes when his/her vote would affect the result. D. Methods of Voting 1. Voice vote-method normally used 2. Show of hands or rising vote - used to verify an inconclusive voice vote or on motions requiring a two-thirds vote 3. Ballot-normally used for election of officers and when ordered by a majority vote 4. Roll call vote-used when it is desired to have a record of how each member voted. Can be ordered by a majority vote unless the organization's bylaws specify otherwise. E. Proxy voting is prohibited unless specifically provided for in the charter or bylaws. Recommended Books Robert's Rules of Order,Newly Revised,Tenth Edition,2000 Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised, In Brief,2004 The Complete Idiot's Guide to Robert's Rules,Nancy Sylvester,2004 Robert's Rules for Dummies,C.Alan Jennings,2004 Recommended Web Sites www.robertsrules.com parliamentarians.org www.rulesonline.com www.parlipro.org