Reconsidering a Motion

[Guest Dan Honemann]

Well, Joe, it takes RONR quite a few pages to explain all this.

Perhaps you can narrow down the question just a bit?"

[Guest H.Wm.Mountcastle]

Be aware that RONR uses the term "reconsider" in a very specific and narrowly-defined way.

But an adopted motion can often be amended (changed) or even rescinded ("voided")."

[Guest Jo]

The true motion to reconsider must be made by someone who voted on the winning side during the same session (usually a single meeting). If after the session, then motions to rescind or amend can be used."

[Guest Kim Goldsworthy]

Joe,

In a sound bite:

• If the motion was adopted/defeated in the same meeting, then it can be reconsidered.

• Else (with exceptions), you are left with:

(a.) Rescinding or Amending whatever was adopted.

(b.) Moving an"

[Guest H.Wm.Mountcastle]

>>If the motion was adopted/defeated in the same meeting, then it can be reconsidered.<<

Aren't all motions adopted/defeated in the same meeting?"