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points and motions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Motion to open debate | Used to begin a committee session |
| Motion to open the speaker list | This is done at the beginning of conferences and at the beginning of each new topic. The speakers list will usually be kept open after this. |
| Motion to set the agenda | Used to set the order in which you will debate topics in committee; used at 2 day conferences |
| Point of information | Used to ask another delegate a question |
| Point of order | When something in procedure is not correct and needs correction; used scarcely |
| Point of inquiry | Used to ask the dias a question in conference (to ask the chair a question) |
| Point of personal privilege | Used when a delegate needs to bring a physical issue to the dias |
| Motion for a moderated caucus | Motioned for when a delegate wants to speak on a specific topic with a set speaking time |
| Motion for an unmoderated caucus | Used when you need to have an informal debate session; allows you to go around the room and talk to delegates for a period of time |
| Motion to introduce a working paper | Used when you are ready for the chair to review your working paper for it to be considered as a draft resolution |
| Motion to close debate/Motion to move into voting procedure | Used when you are ready for the committee to move into voting procedure on a draft resolution |
| Motion to suspend debate | Used when it is time for committee break (lunch, break, etc.) |
| Motion to adjourn the meeting | Last motion of a conference; ends the committee session for the day |