Robert's Rules of Order Revised: For Deliberative Assemblies
1915
Robert's Rules of Order Revised: For Deliberative Assemblies
1915
Robert's Rules of Order Revised, first published in 1915 by Henry M. Robert, is a comprehensive guide to parliamentary procedure. It provides a systematic framework for organizing and conducting meetings in various deliberative assemblies, drawing from U.S. Congressional practices. The manual defines key parliamentary terms, outlines the classification and precedence of motions, and emphasizes the importance of clear rules for fair and efficient decision-making. This reference work is essential for any organization seeking to improve its meeting processes and group discussions.
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“Where there is no law, but every man does what is right in his own eyes, there is the least of liberty.””
— Henry M. Robert
“Note on Procedure in Changing the Quorum Provision in Bylaws. If it becomes necessary to change the quorum provision in a society’s bylaws, care should be taken, because if the rule is struck out first, the quorum will instantly become a majority of the membership, so that in many cases a quorum could not be obtained to adopt a new rule. The proper procedure is to strike out the old provision and insert the new provision, which is moved and voted on as one question.””
— Henry M. Robert
“56:8 In order to give the organization the greatest freedom to act within its object, bylaws should be made no more restrictive nor more detailed in specification than necessary.””
— Henry M. Robert
