SRES. 18In Committee
A resolution providing for sufficient time for legislation to be read.
Allow Senators to block consideration of legislation until a page-based reading period has passed, unless three-fifths of Senators vote to waive the delay
Plain-English overview
What this bill does
Allow Senators to block consideration of legislation until a page-based reading period has passed, unless three-fifths of Senators vote to waive the delay
Key points
- Require page based waiting period
- Authorize three fifths waiver vote
- Allow objections to consideration
Current status
Where it stands
Status
In Committee
Latest action
2025-01-09 — Referred to the Committee on Rules and Administration. (text: CR S80)
Related context
Topics and policy areas
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