Robert's Rules of Order

Cultural  

1. A handbook for running meetings effectively and efficiently, based on the procedures used in the British parliament. The principles included in the handbook are applicable to any decision-making organization, from Congress to community club committees. The handbook sets the guidelines for such issues as leading debates; recognizing speakers; defining the role of the chair and other officers; proposing, seconding, and voting on motions; and writing and amending constitutions and bylaws.

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Example Sentences

They promised to come to school board meetings with respectful voices and fealty to Robert’s Rules of Order, the guide to how to run — and behave in — such proceedings.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 5, 2023

They need to use Robert’s Rules of Order: Make a motion, discuss, then vote.

From Washington Post • Mar. 16, 2023

And at the same time, it’s like a giant business meeting with Robert’s Rules of Order.

From Slate • Jun. 21, 2021

Robert’s Rules of Order governed the voting sessions, in which the delegates voted on a host of resolutions.

From New York Times • Aug. 6, 2019

One committee member proposed switching to a different protocol, Robert's Rules of Order, which is more commonly used by civic groups to conduct meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2016