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Senators use a ------ by talking a bill to death tp prevent a vote on it?
fillibuster
Why are there that many senators in congress?
Senators vote on if a law should pass. If 2/3 vote for the bill to pass, it does.
How do the state senators vote for a bill?
by public ballot
How can a member of the senate delay the vote on a bill?
Senators are allowed to speak for or against a bill and a vote can not be taken until the everyone has had a reasonable opportunity to speak. However, there is a tactic known as the filibuster in which a senator or a group of Senators speak for no purpose except to delay a vote on the bill. The Senate can vote to end debate but this action currently required a 60% majority , so unless 60% of the senators want to end debate and get a vote, the debate can go on until the bill is withdrawn without a vote and the bill dies .
Does a bill get passed if 50 of the 100 senators vote to approve it?
Yes
When senators decide its time to vote on a bill they begin a procedure called?
When senators decide it's time to vote on a bill, they begin a procedure called "cloture" to limit debate and bring the bill to a vote. This involves a formal motion to end debate, which requires a minimum of 60 votes to pass. Once cloture is invoked, further discussion is restricted, allowing the Senate to move forward with the voting process. If successful, this ensures that the bill can be voted on without prolonged delays.
Why would senators choose to vote for cloture?
Senators may vote for cloture to limit debate on a bill or nomination, allowing for a final vote to take place. This can help expedite proceedings and prevent filibusters from indefinitely delaying decision-making. Additionally, voting for cloture can demonstrate a commitment to moving forward on important legislative matters.
What percentage of votes are required in the Senate for a bill to pass?
when the president vetoes a bill, a 2/3 vote is required where 2/3 or higher senators vote for the bill to become a law.
What is the likely outcome of a 5050 vote on a bill in the senate?
The likelihood of a 50 50 vote on a bill is quite low. The number of senators is uneven and ultimately means the vote has to go one side.
How many Hawaii state senators are likely to vote in favor of the pending bill to legalize same-sex marriage in Hawaii?
19 senators voted in favor of the bill and 4 senators against. The bill has since been signed into law.
What is the 17th Amendment called?
Senators Elected by Popular Vote.
How many senators vote in the house of represenatives?
No senators vote in the house of representatives. Senators vote in the Senate.
