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Privileged Motions

Lesson 4 of 6

What Makes Them Privileged?

Privileged motions are of such urgency they take precedence over all other business.

Adjourn

"I move to adjourn." Ends the meeting. Not debatable, requires majority vote.

Recess

"I move to recess for 10 minutes." Temporary break. Not debatable.

Question of Privilege

Addresses comfort or rights: "I rise to a question of privilege. Could we adjust the temperature?"

Key Takeaways
  • Privileged motions are of such urgency they take precedence over all other business.
  • "I move to adjourn." Ends the meeting. Not debatable, requires majority vote.
  • "I move to recess for 10 minutes." Temporary break. Not debatable.
  • Addresses comfort or rights: "I rise to a question of privilege. Could we adjust the temperature?"
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