To which type of motion can all subsidiary motions be applied?

Subsidiary motions are designed to assist the assembly in handling main motions and can be applied to both original and incidental main motions. This means that when a main motion is on the floor, subsidiary motions can be employed to address that motion, such as by amending it, postponing its consideration, or referring it to a committee.

Original main motions are those that bring new business before the assembly, while incidental main motions relate directly to the procedures surrounding the main motion, such as requests for information or points of order. The use of subsidiary motions allows members to facilitate discussion, manage time effectively, and ensure that all voices are considered in the decision-making process. Thus, they are fundamental in maintaining order and clarity during discussions about main motions, regardless of whether they pertain to new proposals or procedural points concerning already discussed business. This versatility reinforces the importance of subsidiary motions in parliamentary procedure.