Analysis
A Senate Rules Reform Package: Empowering Senators to Participate in Debate, Offer Amendments, and Cast Up-or-Down Votes
Four rules changes that will help senators debate more, amend more, and vote more.
A Talking Filibuster Doesn’t Guarantee Unlimited Amendments
A detailed guide to how Senate majorities can avoid unlimited amendments in a talking filibuster.
Democrats Can’t Win If They Don’t Try
Senate minorities only gain leverage when they are willing to use the tools available to them.
Schumer Sets Up Senate Minibus Debate
Senate leaders use procedure to shape floor outcomes before debate even begins.
McConnell Follows in Reid's Footsteps
Kentuckian tolerates even fewer amendments than his predecessor
McConnell-Schumer Agreement Attempts to Block Unauthorized Action
The two leaders agree to keep the Senate shut down
Evaluating the Minibus Amendment Process
McConnell Maintained Control With Blocker Amendment
Losing Isn’t Required To Play The Game
Senators don’t have to accept higher vote thresholds for their amendments.
Flood Insurance Extension Highlights How Congress Acts Quickly
Legislative Vehicle Set Up Expedited Consideration
