Every member registered and in attendance at the International Convention has the right to participate—to debate and to vote. This is important because debate/discussion of the proposed amendments to the governing documents takes place before voting. But, how does that work? Here are some general procedures to be considered:
· Members must go to one of the microphones set up in the aisles if she wishes to speak. There will be a “microphone monitor” at each microphone. The monitor will ask what the member wishes to do, such as, speak in favor of a motion, speak against a motion (usually alternating), make an amendment to the motion, etc.
· The color-coded cards allow the presiding officer to know which motion is in order and to recognize the member holding that card. The member must be recognized before she speaks and needs to identify herself and her state organization.
· At convention, here is what you need to know:
o Blue – the speaker is the proposer of the amendment
o Green – the speaker is in favor of the amendment
o Red – the speaker opposes the amendment
o White – the speaker wishes to amend the amendment
o Yellow – the speaker wishes to address an urgent matter that needs immediate attention
So, take a card and be prepared to use your voice!
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