A resolution amending rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit debate on motions to proceed.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Mar 26, 2015)
Amends Rule XXII (Precedence of Motions) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to limit to two hours, divided equally between the majority and the minority, the consideration of a motion to proceed to the consideration of any debatable matter, including consideration of any related debatable motion or appeal.
Exempts from this resolution: (1) certain debatable or nondebatable motions to proceed made during the first two hours of a new legislative day, and (2) motions considered nondebatable by the Senate pursuant to rule or precedent.
What just happenedMar 27, 2015
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/26/2015 S2053)
Who’s behind it
- Introduced in SenateMar 26, 2015
- Mar 27, 2015IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR 3/26/2015 S2053)
Rules and Administration Committee - Mar 26, 2015IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate