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Require a Two Thirds Vote.
§ 77

REQUIRE A TWO-THIRDS VOTE.[1]

77. To make a special order.

To take up out of order.

Suspension of the rules.

Objection to consideration (in the negative to suppress).

The previous question.

To amend the rules (usually requiring previous notice also).

To close or limit debate.

To close nominations.

Any question which has the effect of changing or suspending a rule of the society, or its established order of business.

  1. Note.—Notwithstanding that a question may require a two-thirds vote to adopt it, it may be amended before adoption by a majority vote.

BUSINESS THAT MAY INTERRUPT A MEMBER WHILE SPEAKING.

78. A point of order.

Question of privilege requiring immediate action.

A call for the orders of the day.

Objection to consideration of the question.