Analysis
Limiting Debate on the Motion to Proceed
A package of Senate rules reforms would make the chamber more deliberative and productive, beginning with a proposal to limit debate on the motion to proceed so the Senate can actually get to legislation.
How to Find Rule XVI Violations in Minibus
A practical guide to identifying appropriations provisions that may run afoul of Rule XVI.
The Rules Aren't The Problem
Democrats could have already voted to begin debate on the voting rights bill if they spent less time complaining about the Senate’s rules and more time using them to achieve their goals.
Nothing Is Inevitable in the Senate
“It is difficult to make predictions, particularly about the future.” -Mark Twain
Unringing the Bell (Part II)
Senators have reversed the nuclear option on more than one occasion.
Compound Conference Motion Limits Senators' Influence
Compound motions designed to centralize power.
