Glossary of Parliamentarian Terms

Parliamentary Procedure Resources: Glossary of Parliamentarian Terms

Parliamentary Procedure Resources: Glossary

There are many, many terms and definitions associated with Parmliamentary Procedure. Hopefully this glossary of terms will help you better understand Robert's Rules of Order, agendas, meeting minutes, motions, meeting rules and formats, and the parliamentary process.

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with power Withdraw of a Motion write-in vote  

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A term used to describe a committee that is authorized to take action on the matter that is referred to it.

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A request by the mover of a motion to remove the motion from consideration. After the motion has been stated by the presiding officer, it belongs to the assembly and the assembly’s permission (majority vote) is needed to Withdraw the motion.

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A vote cast, on a written ballot vote, for a person who was not nominated for the position.

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