Motion to pass on

The motion delays consideration of a matter for a later time without indicating prejudice with respect to it.

[1] According to Mason's Manual, matter passed on in this way remains subject to subsidiary motion.

[1] The motion to pass on is not subject to debate, but requires a majority vote.

In the United States House of Representatives, this motion is often put as a request for unanimous consent.

For example, during the consideration of a bill, the following dialogue may occur: This article about a political term is a stub.