Motion to Adjourn

A Motion to Adjourn is a formal request made during a meeting or assembly to end the current session. It is usually presented when participants believe the meeting should be concluded, either to pause and resume later or to finish for the day. The motion must be supported by a second and then approved by a majority vote. Once approved, the meeting is officially adjourned, meaning all proceedings are paused or stopped until the next scheduled meeting. It helps maintain order and gives members control over the meeting’s timeline.