An overview of TPA’s fast-track procedures

“It is difficult to make predictions, particularly about the future.” -Mark Twain

But it’s much easier getting to the full Senate with the committee’s support.

Senators have reversed the nuclear option on more than one occasion.

Senators can change the status quo if they really want to.

Senators Can Put The Nukes Away.

McConnell Maintained Control With Blocker Amendment

An update.

A step-by-step guide to what’s pending and how it got there.

Identifying rule violations gives senators leverage and/or hooks for amendments.

Democrats’ “Historic obstruction” only possible with Republicans’ cooperation.

President of the Senate protects minority rights.

They don’t need the majority leader’s permission.

Amending measures in the Senate

Senators don’t have to accept higher vote thresholds for their amendments.

Controlling floor action facilitates bill’s passage.

Legislative Vehicle Set Up Expedited Consideration

Their Influence depends on deference

Editorial Unfairly Blames Democrats

More evidence that the Senate is broken.