Bill115th CongressFiled Dec 13, 2018Congress
S.Res. 725
A resolution modifying extended debate in the Senate to improve the legislative process.
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What it doesSummary introduced in senate (Dec 13, 2018)
This resolution amends Rule XXII (Precedence of Motions) of the Standing Rules of the Senate to modify the rules for extended debate in the Senate, including the procedures for a filibuster and invoking cloture.
What just happenedDec 13, 2018
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7597-7598)
Who’s behind it
Sen. Merkley, Jeff [D-OR](D-OR)Sponsor
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- Introduced in SenateDec 13, 2018
- Dec 13, 2018IntroReferral
Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text of measure as introduced: CR S7597-7598)
Rules and Administration Committee - Dec 13, 2018IntroReferral10000
Introduced in Senate