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§ 63 written on a separate sheet, to be submitted to the assembly for its adoption or rejection. The committee may, however, alter or amend any paper which originates with said committee. (See also note to section 143).

After the committee has finished its business some member should move that “the committee rise and report” (which is equivalent to adjournment) and, if carried, the chairman or some member previously selected for the purpose reports to the assembly.  

63. There is a wide difference between the reception and the adoption of the report of a committee. The reception of a committee's report only brings it before the assembly for its adoption, rejection, or modification, and it becomes the subject of action like any other business; it may be amended, and it is subject to all proper motions. The fact that the report has been read shows that it has been received; the