Reed's rules
Reed's Rules is a set of parliamentary procedures that are used by the Oregon Legislative Assembly in the United States. These rules were first established by Willis S. Reed, a former Speaker of the Oregon House of Representatives. Reed's Rules are considered to be more flexible and less formal than Robert's Rules of Order, which are commonly used in other legislative bodies.
History[edit | edit source]
Willis S. Reed was a member of the Oregon House of Representatives from 1895 to 1897. During his tenure, he developed a set of parliamentary procedures that were designed to streamline the legislative process. These procedures, which became known as Reed's Rules, were adopted by the Oregon Legislative Assembly in 1897 and have been used ever since.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Reed's Rules are designed to facilitate the smooth operation of the legislative process. They cover a wide range of topics, including the order of business, the conduct of debate, the process for amending bills, and the procedures for voting. Reed's Rules also include provisions for dealing with breaches of decorum, conflicts of interest, and other ethical issues.
Differences from Robert's Rules[edit | edit source]
While Reed's Rules and Robert's Rules of Order are both sets of parliamentary procedures, there are some key differences between the two. Reed's Rules are generally considered to be more flexible and less formal than Robert's Rules. For example, under Reed's Rules, members of the Oregon Legislative Assembly are allowed to speak on a bill or resolution more than once, whereas Robert's Rules typically limit members to one speech per topic.
Criticism and Controversy[edit | edit source]
Despite their widespread use in the Oregon Legislative Assembly, Reed's Rules have been the subject of some criticism and controversy. Some critics argue that the rules can be used to limit debate and rush legislation through the assembly. Others have raised concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in the legislative process under Reed's Rules.
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