Two Very Common Misconceptions about Motions

1. All motions require a second
1. Listed below are just some of the motions that do not require a second
1. Proposals for filling blanks [RONR (11th ed.), p.164 ll. 13-15]
2. Division of the Assembly [RONR (11th ed.), p.280-282]
3. Call for a separate vote on a resolution which is one of a series on different subjects offered by a single motion [RONR (11th ed.), p.110, 274-275]
4. Request for information and parliamentary inquiry[RONR (11th ed.), p.292-295]
5. To make nominations [RONR (11th ed.), p. 430-438]
6. Objection to consideration of a question [RONR (11th ed.), p.267-270]
7. Call for the orders of the day [RONR (11th ed.), p.219-224]
8. Point of order [RONR (11th ed.), p. 247-254]
9. Reconsider [RONR (11th ed.), p. 315- 335]
2. All motions require a majority vote to be adopted
1. The vote that is required for the motion to be adopted depends on the motion. The motion will either require a majority vote or a ⅔ vote in order for it to pass. For example a majority vote is required to adopt the bylaws or constitution of a new society whereas a two-thirds vote is required in order for “previous question” to pass. Refer to table #2 in the back of RONR (11th edition) for the voting requirements of each motion.