Motion to pass on

The motion to pass on is a dilatory parliamentary motion used in parliamentary procedure. It is distinct from the motion to table or to postpone to a certain time. The motion delays consideration of a matter for a later time without indicating prejudice with respect to it.{{cite parl|title=MAS|pages=492|edition=2000|year=2000}} According to Mason's Manual, matter passed on in this way remains subject to subsidiary motion. 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:

• Member: Mr./Madam Speaker.
• The Speaker (pro tempore): For what purpose does the gentleman/gentlewoman from state rise?
• Member: Mr./Madam Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the bill H.R./S. ____ (or Amendment H.R/S. ___) be laid aside.
• Speaker (pro tempore): Without objection, the bill (or amendment) is laid aside.