Just a question. You were asked to "provide the specific language from the bylaws that prohibits a proposed amendment from being modified at the state body meeting. If this verbiage does exist please also provide the rational for it if you would". As you only provided your rationale, I would assume there is not specific language that prevents this, it is just your 'position' that prevents this. Then the question becomes what set of parlimentary rules do you use to develop your positions?? If you check Robert's Rules of Order - Summary Version For Fair and Orderly Meetings & Conventions you will find 'Before the motion is stated by the Chair (the question) members may suggest modification of the motion; the mover can modify as he pleases...'. In other words, the person who wrote the amendment can change it or others can recommend changes as long as the person who first made the motion accepts it. Finally, these rules also state - 'The assembly rules - they have the final say on everything!' The web site is -
