Does "Suspend the Rules" require a second?

The appropriate procedure for "Suspend the Rules" indeed requires a second. This is because suspending the rules is a motion that calls for member agreement to temporarily set aside a specific rule or procedure, which typically would not be allowed under standard operating conditions.

The requirement for a second ensures that there is enough support among the members for this action. It prevents individuals from making unilateral decisions that could affect the entire group's operations without broader consensus.

This aspect of parliamentary procedure fosters collaboration and ensures that changes to the established rules are not made impulsively. When a motion to suspend the rules is brought forward, hearing a second indicates that at least one other member agrees with the need to suspend the rules, thus providing a measure of democratic support for the action being proposed.