FBLA Parlimentary Procedure

What is the purpose of parliamentary procedure in FBLA?

• To organize social events for FBLA members

• To promote healthy eating habits among FBLA members

• To conduct meetings and make decisions in an orderly and fair manner.

• To create a competitive environment within FBLA

Name the five key principles of parliamentary procedure.

• Dictatorship rule, majority rights, right of the group, unequal rights of all members, and the protection of the rights of the presentees

• Consensus rule, minority rights, right of the leader, unequal rights of some members, and the protection of the rights of the attendees

• Majority rule, minority rights, right of the individual, equal rights of all members, and the protection of the rights of the absentees

• Anarchy rule, majority rights, right of the government, unequal rights of all members, and the protection of the rights of the participants

What is the role of the president in a parliamentary procedure meeting?

• Participating in debates and discussions

• Taking minutes and recording the meeting

• Making all the decisions without input from the members

• Maintaining order and facilitating the meeting

What is the difference between a main motion and a subsidiary motion?

• A main motion requires a two-thirds vote to pass, while a subsidiary motion only requires a simple majority.

• A main motion is a proposal for action, while a subsidiary motion is a motion that deals with the main motion in some way.

• A main motion is a motion made by the chairperson, while a subsidiary motion is made by any member of the assembly.

• A main motion is used in a committee meeting, while a subsidiary motion is used in a general assembly.

Explain the process of amending a motion in parliamentary procedure.

• Members propose a change to the original motion and then vote on the proposed amendment.

• The chairperson decides whether to allow the amendment to be proposed.

• Members propose a change to the original motion, seconded by another member, and then debate and vote on the proposed amendment.

• The motion is automatically amended if a majority of members agree to the change.

What is the purpose of the motion to adjourn?

• To start the meeting

• To take a break

• To introduce a new topic

• To end the meeting

Describe the process of calling for the orders of the day in a meeting.

• The chairperson asks if there are any orders of the day to be addressed.

• The chairperson reads the minutes from the previous meeting

• The chairperson randomly selects a member to provide the orders of the day

• The chairperson asks for a show of hands to determine the orders of the day

What is the role of the secretary in parliamentary procedure?

• Take attendance and distribute snacks

• Record meeting proceedings and maintain official documents

• Lead the discussion and make decisions

• Make coffee for the members

Explain the process of reconsidering a motion in parliamentary procedure.

• The motion to reconsider does not require a second and can be immediately voted on

• A member makes a motion to reconsider a previous action, which must be seconded and then voted on by the assembly.

• The motion to reconsider can only be made by the president of the organization

• The chairperson makes the decision to reconsider without a vote

What are the key responsibilities of the parliamentarian in a meeting?

• Taking meeting minutes

• Leading the meeting

• Ensuring proper parliamentary procedure and advising the presiding officer

• Providing technical support