Explanation and Use
| Class | Incidental motion |
|---|---|
| In order when another has the floor? | When another has been assigned the floor, until debate has begun or a subsidiary motion has been stated by the chair |
| Requires second? | No |
| Debatable? | No |
| May be reconsidered? | Negative vote (sustaining objection) only |
| Amendable? | No |
| Vote required: | Two-thirds against consideration sustains objection |
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