The following are the rules of procedure for AMBMUN 2024 which will be followed in all committees unless specified by the committee chairs.
| Name of Motion | When it's used | What Happens | Extra Note(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motion to set the agenda "Motion to set the agenda to …" | Used in the very beginning of the debate. It sets the debate to a certain topic to be discussed. | 1 delegate from each side would state points for and against each topic. Voting will then take place and it will pass/fail accordingly. | Requires a simple majority to pass this motion. |
| Motion to set the speaker's list "Motion to set the speakers list to [insert topic] to [insert time] seconds/minutes" | After the agenda has been set, it helps start the debate formally. | The motion is made, and a time for each speaker is set and adhered to, until another motion is made. | Requires a simple majority in order to pass this motion. |
| Motion to move to a moderated caucus "Motion to move to moderated caucus of ... minutes of ... speaker time to discuss ..." | When delegates wish to change the form of the debate to a moderated caucus (see meaning below) about a certain topic for a certain time. | The overall time for the debate is set and voted upon about a certain topic | Requires a simple majority. Time can be extended by follow-up motions or by the chair if s/he sees the topic relevant or interesting. |
| Motion to move to unmoderated caucus "Motion to move to unmoderated caucus about ... for ... minutes" | Used when delegates wish to change the debate to unmoderated caucus (see meaning below) | The overall time and topic is set. Usually, delegates will use this time to write up resolutions, clauses, etc. | Requires a simple majority to pass and time can be extended. |
| Motion to adjourn the meeting "Motion to adjourn/recess the meeting for the purpose of ..." | Used when the delegates wish to end the debating session. Usually used at the end of the day. | The reason for adjourning of the meeting is stated and voted upon. | Requires a simple majority to pass. |
| Motion to recess the meeting "Motion to recess the meeting for ..." | Used when the delegates wish to have a break from the debate, usually for lunch break. | The reason to recess and the amount of time is set and it is voted upon. | Requires a simple majority to pass, if the chair sees fit. |
| Motion to move to voting procedure "Motion to move to voting procedure on [resolution/amendment]" | When delegates wish to move on from the debate and vote on the resolution/amendment that is being discussed. | The committee moves to voting procedures and pass/fail the resolution, if the chair sees fit. | To pass, the chair sees if there are anyone who seconds and anyone who opposes the motion, and moves accordingly. If there are several opposing votes, the motion does not pass. No one is allowed to leave or enter the room when voting is taking place. |