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SCRIPT: MOTION TO LIMIT OR EXTEND THE LIMIT OF DEBATE
SCRIPT: MOTION TO LIMIT OR EXTEND THE LIMIT OF DEBATE |
"Motion A" is pending |
Member: |
I move to [specifically state how to limit or extend the limit of debate. For example, limit debate to a total of 30 minutes on this main motion. Limit debate to two minutes per speaker. Extend the limit on debate by 20 minutes.] |
Chair: |
Is there a second to the motion? [This statement is eliminated if a member calls out "second".] |
2nd member: |
I second the motion. |
Chair: |
It is moved and seconded that we [specifically state how the motion was stated to limit or extend the limit on debate.] This is not a debatable motion. Are you ready for the question? [Pause]
The question is on the adoption of the motion that we [state specifically]. This motion requires a two-thirds vote. |
Chair: |
All those in favor of the motion, please rise. [Pause] You may be seated. Those opposed to the motion, please rise. [Pause] You may be seated.
There are two-thirds in the affirmative and the motion is adopted. We will have the following limits on debate: ___________ The motion before you is “Motion A”. Is there any further discussion?
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There are less than two-thirds in the affirmative and the motion is lost. We will not have additional limits on debate. The motion before you is “Motion A”. Is there any further discussion? |
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RULES FOR THE MOTION TO LIMIT OR EXTEND THE LIMIT OF DEBATE: |
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- Needs a second
- Is not debatable
- Is amendable, but the amendment is not debatable
- Needs a two-thirds vote
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