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What is it?

Parliamentary procedures defines how groups of people , no matter how formal or informal, can most effectively meet and make decision in a fair, consistent manner—and make good use of everyone’s time.

Parliamentary procedures, often use interchangeably with “parliamentary law”, is more correctly define as parliamentary law in combination with the law rules of order that a given assembly or organization has adopted.

Parliamentary ProcedureSimply define as the correct rules for

conducting a successful meeting.

Four goals of parliamentary Procedure -Extended courtesy to everyone. -Focus on one thing at a time. -Observes the rule of the majority. -Ensures the rights of the minority.

--Official Rule Book is Robert’s Rules of order.--Written by U.S Army general Henry Martyn Robert.

Parliamentary Procedure Terms

What is a quorum?-½ of the members in a club plus 1.-minimum number of members that must be

present at a meeting for legal business to be transacted.

What is a majority?-½ of members present at any meeting plus

1.-minimum number of members that must

vote for a motion for it to pass.

Parliamentary Law

Parliamentary law is:Rules of the game of democracy.Rules that govern procedures by which civil and criminal laws are made and adopted.Rules and customs that govern deliberative and decision-making assemblies and organizations.

These rules relate to the orderly transaction of business in meetings and to that duties of officers in facilitating the conduct of business. Written rules of order help ensure that the organization function smoothly and that questions about procedure can be resolved quickly and fairly. An organization’s rules of order may include bylaws, standing rules, policy manuals, and other rules.

ObjectivesParliamentary Procedure:Establishes the purposed and structure of organizations:Defines membership classifications, right, and obligations; andDefines rules and procedures for conducting business.

PrinciplesParliamentary law is based upon:

The will of the majority;

The right of the minority to be heard;

Protection of the rights of absentees;

Courtesy and justice for all; and

Consideration of one subject at a time.