Who has the authority to rule on the reconsideration motion?

The authority to rule on a reconsideration motion lies with the president or chair of the meeting. This is based on parliamentary procedure rules, which designate the chair as the individual responsible for maintaining order and making rulings on procedural matters during a meeting. When a member makes a motion to reconsider a previous decision, the chair assesses whether the motion is in order and can then grant or deny it based on the established rules and the circumstances surrounding the original motion.

The chair’s role is crucial as they help facilitate the discussion and ensure that all members have the opportunity to voice their opinions while adhering to the established guidelines. While other members may have the right to discuss or support the motion for reconsideration, it ultimately falls upon the chair to make the decision regarding its validity and to manage the flow of discussion related to that motion.