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Committee calendar

Government; American government

Senate committees periodically publish a committee calendar that lists the bills and resolutions referred to them, action taken on those measures, and other relevant information.

Motion to proceed to consider

Government; American government

A motion, usually offered by the Majority Leader to bring a bill or other measure up for consideration. The usual way of bringing a measure to the floor when unanimous consent to do so cannot be ...

Committee amendment

Government; American government

An amendment recommended by a committee in reporting a bill or other measure.

General welfare clause

Government; American government

Clause in Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution that gives Congress power to provide for "the general welfare of the United States. "

Committee substitute

Government; American government

Short for committee amendment in the nature of a substitute.

A constitutionally recognised officer of the Senate who presides over the chamber in the absence of the Vice President. The President Pro Tempore (or, "president for a time") is elected by the Senate ...

Reconciliation process

Government; American government

A process established in the Congressional Budget Act of 1974 by which Congress changes existing laws to conform tax and spending levels to the levels set in a budget resolution. Changes recommended ...