When can the motion to reconsider be made?

The motion to reconsider can only be made if the original motion was made during a regular meeting on the same day. This is because Robert's Rules of Order, which provides the framework for parliamentary procedure, stipulates that the motion to reconsider is intended to allow assembly members to revisit a decision while it is still fresh in their minds, and thus is limited to the same day the original vote occurred.

This restriction ensures that members have immediate context regarding the discussion and deliberations that led to the initial decision. By allowing reconsideration only on the same day, it promotes timely decision-making and prevents potential confusion or disputes that may arise from revisiting motions from previous meetings or decisions made in the past.