Second-degree amendment
In Robert's Rules of Order, a secondary amendment, or second-degree amendment is something that amends an amendment.[1]
For example, in a situation where a resolution is being considered for the purchase of a new building. The motion may read (in part) as follows:
"A motion to purchase a facility for the purpose of continuing operations."
An amendment to this motion might insert the words "In Nashville" to specify where the building would be purchased. A second-degree amendment would amend the original amendment to insert the words "in South Nashville". In this manner, the motion would then amend the text to read:
"A motion to purchase a facility in South Nashville for the purpose of continuing operations."
Tertiary amendment not allowed
Tertiary amendments, or third-degree amendments, or an amendment to an amendment to an amendment, are not allowed because of the confusion they may cause.[1]
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