Motion to Divide the Question – to break a long or complex motion, usually one covering more than one subject, into shorter motions to be considered independently

Motion to Divide the Question:

“Parliamentary Law. To break a long or complex motion, usually one covering more than one subject, into shorter motions that the assembly considers independently.”

References:

[1]: Black’s Law Dictionary Deluxe Tenth Edition by Henry Campbell Black & Editor in Chief Bryan A. Garner. ISBN: 978-0-314-62130-6

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Notice: Wild Willpower does not condone the actions of Maximilian Robespierre, however the above quote is excellent!