Committee Rules

/ˈkɒmɪti ruːlz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The set of procedural guidelines governing the operations and decision-making processes of a committee.
    The committee rules require a quorum of at least five members to hold a valid meeting.

Forms

  • committee rules
  • committee rule

Commentary

Committee rules often adapt general parliamentary procedures to the specific needs of a committee, emphasizing clarity on voting, motions, and member responsibilities.

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