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Resolutions, meetings & authority · Specialist

Point of order

Also called: procedural point

ELI5

A procedural objection that meeting rules are not being followed.

Used in conversation

“Which committee has oversight of point of order?”

Pitch context

You will see “Point of order” in board papers, contracts, policies, risk registers and compliance reports when the discussion reaches resolutions, meetings & authority.

Why it matters: In resolutions, meetings & authority, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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