As adopted December 8, 2010
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Rule 6

Rules of Procedure

(a) Rules of the House.—The rules of the House Representatives, insofar as they are applicable, shall govern the proceedings of the Republican Conference.

(b) Suspension Procedure.—Two-thirds of the Members voting, a quorum being present, may suspend the Conference rules. All motions to suspend the rules shall be seconded by a majority, if demanded. The consideration of a motion to suspend the rules, to the extent practicable, shall follow the rules of the House.

(c) Reconsideration.—When a motion has been made and carried or lost, it shall be in order for any member of the prevailing side, in the same or succeeding Conference, to move for the reconsideration thereof. The procedures for reconsideration shall be consistent with the Rules of the House.