Resolution

A proposed action or decision that is to be considered by a legislative body such as the House of Bishops or the House of Deputies at General Convention, or at a diocesan convention, or at the gathering of another representative legislative body. The legislative vote is taken only on the substance of the resolution, which follows the word “Resolved” in the working of the resolution. Reasons, intentions, and justifications for resolutions may be included in a statement of explanation that follows the resolution. This information provides legislative history for future interpretation, but it is not included in the formal resolution. The procedural rules of each legislative body control which persons and entities are entitled to introduce resolutions and the technical requirements concerning resolutions. See Memorial (to General Convention).