Reed's rules
Reed's Rules
Reed's Rules (/riːdz ruːlz/), also known as Reed's Rules of Order, is a parliamentary authority in the United States. It is a guide to conducting meetings and making decisions as a group. It was written by Thomas Brackett Reed, a U.S. Representative from Maine, and Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives in the late 19th century.
Etymology
The term "Reed's Rules" is derived from the name of its author, Thomas Brackett Reed. Reed developed these rules during his tenure as Speaker of the House to expedite business and combat obstructionism.
Pronunciation
Reed's Rules is pronounced as /riːdz ruːlz/.
Related Terms
- Parliamentary Procedure: A set of rules for conduct at meetings, that allows everyone to be heard and to make decisions without confusion.
- Obstructionism: The practice of deliberately delaying or preventing a process or change, especially in politics.
- Speaker of the House: The presiding officer of a legislative assembly, especially the House of Representatives in the United States.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Reed's rules
- Wikipedia's article - Reed's rules
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