"Motion A" is pending

Member:

I move to postpone ”Motion A” indefinitely.

Chair:

Is there a second? [This statement is eliminated if a member calls out "second".]

2nd member:

Second

Chair:

It is moved and seconded to postpone indefinitely "Motion A". The effect of the motion to postpone indefinitely is to kill the motion. Postpone indefinitely is used to allow the assembly to not take a position on a motion, without having to vote down the motion.

Chair:

The question is: Shall "Motion A" be postponed indefinitely? Is there any discussion?

[After discussion] Are you ready for the question? [pause] The question is: Shall "Motion A" be postponed indefinitely?

All those in favor, say aye. [Pause for response]

All those opposed, say no. The affirmative has it, and the motion has been postponed indefinitely. The next business in order is _________________.

or

The negative has it, and the motion has not been postponed indefinitely, and we will continue discussion of "Motion A".

RULES FOR THE MOTION TO POSTPONE INDEFINITELY:

• Needs a second
• Is debatable
• Is not amendable
• Needs a majority vote