"Robert" refers to General Henry M. Robert who, in 1876, simplified the rules of procedure of the U.S. House of Representatives.  The rules were subsequently adapted for use by ordinary societies or groups and ultimately became the "standard rules of order" for group meetings.

A practical discussion on the basic principles of Robert’s Rules of Order as well as an informative description of the commonly used procedural rules. An excellent primer for putting these effective rules of order in place for your board.

Author: Bill Dann, Founder