House Rule 54

Presentation and Withdrawal of Motions

When a motion which is in order has been made, the Speaker shall state it or (if it is in writing) cause it to be read by the Clerk. It shall then be in the possession of the House, but it may be withdrawn by the maker at any time before decision or amendment.

The Speaker shall put the question in the following form, viz: "those in favor of the motion will say 'aye'." After the affirmative is expressed, "those who are opposed will say 'no'."

All motions, except for the previous question and a motion for reconsideration, may be made without a second.

No dilatory motion shall be entertained by the Speaker.