What is the correct procedure called for reopening a vote on a motion you supported?

• A. I move to reconsider the vote on the motion that I voted on the prevailing side.
• B. I move to rescind the motion.
• C. I move to postpone the motion.
• D. I move to amend the motion.

Answer: (A)

Reconsideration is the process for reopening a vote on a motion you supported. When you voted with the prevailing side and the motion has already been adopted, you may move to reconsider the vote so the assembly can revisit the decision and possibly change it. This is typically done in the same meeting, and the mover must have been on the winning side to be eligible. If granted, the previous decision is opened up for discussion and a new vote is taken.

The other options don’t fit this situation. Rescinding is used to undo an action that has already been taken, effectively canceling the result, but it treats the action as something to be nullified rather than reopening the same vote. Postponing delays consideration of the motion to a later time rather than reexamining the decision. Amending changes the wording of the motion before it is decided, not after a vote has already occurred.