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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FLORIDA STATE COUNCIL

CONVENTION RULES AND REGULATIONS

A significant number of Delegates attend the Knights of Columbus Florida State Council Annual Meeting (otherwise known as the State Convention). In order to ensure an orderly convention and a suitably fraternal weekend, please read the following information. A PDF copy of these Rules and Regulations can be found HERE

2025 State Convention Rules and Regulations

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FLORIDA STATE COUNCIL

CONVENTION RULES AND REGULATIONS

 A significant number of Delegates attend the Knights of Columbus Florida State Council Annual Meeting (otherwise known as the State Convention). In order to ensure an orderly convention and a suitably fraternal weekend, please read the following information. A PDF copy of these Rules and Regulations can be found HERE

Before you leave home: Read and discuss with your council members all State Convention-related materials. Remember, the more familiar you are with the State Council By-Laws and proposed resolutions, the easier it will be for you to participate in the discussions and the business meetings.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ'S)

Q. What rules govern the procedures followed during Convention meetings?

A. We follow the most current version of "Roberts Rules of Order".

Q. Who is allowed to make motions, debate an issue, nominate from the floor, or present a resolution?

A. Any State Officer, Past State Deputy, District Deputy or Delegate after first going to a microphone and being recognized by the Chair (State Deputy) may be allowed to participate. Any member of the Order who desires to speak on any matter before the State Council may do so upon receiving a favorable vote from the membership of the State Council. By a majority vote the members may, at any time, limit debate on a specific question.

Q. How may I amend motions or resolutions?

A. Write out your amendment, if possible, or voice your amendment lucidly. Be concise. Do not make change for change's sake. Amendments may insert, substitute or remove words or paragraphs.

Q. How many amendments may be on the floor at one time?

A. Only two amendments to the original motion pending may be considered at one time.

Q. What does "I move the previous question" mean?

A. The delegate wishes to stop debate and vote immediately on the motion. The Chair stops discussion and votes whether to close debate. If the vote is "Yes", then the Chair takes the vote of the motion. If the vote is "No", the Chair allows debate to resume.

Q. I disagree with the decision of the Chair on the outcome of the vote, what can I do?

A. Call out loudly from your seat "Division." This must be done immediately after the Chair announces the vote. (See, 6. Voting, a. standing votes, below.)

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