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Christine Abruzzo @christineag.bsky.social

I heard today it takes 60 votes to pass the Save Act in the Senate, is that correct?

apr 12, 2025, 2:23 am • 0 0

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kbethany.bsky.social @kbethany.bsky.social

Not exactly - it takes 60 votes to end a Dem filibuster to bring a bill to a vote (assuming Dems filibuster). The vote itself only needs a majority. Interestingly, the filibuster is just a rule that could be removed by majority vote though that’s unlikely to happen (that’s the “nuclear” option).

apr 12, 2025, 2:44 am • 2 0 • view
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Christine Abruzzo @christineag.bsky.social

Thank you for taking the time to explain. I thought it was a majority, but felt relief when I heard 60 votes. I should really be studying all the inner workings of passing these catastrophic bills! I have slightly above average knowledge of Congress, but learn a lot when I ask questions!

apr 12, 2025, 2:58 am • 2 0 • view