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floor debate

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A quick definition of floor debate:

Floor debate: When lawmakers discuss a proposed law in front of everyone in a big room instead of just a small group. They take turns giving speeches for or against the law, and sometimes there are rules about how long they can talk or how many people can speak on each side.

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Floor debate is the process of discussing a proposed bill in front of an entire legislative chamber, rather than just in a committee. It involves speeches for, against, or addressing the motion.

Examples:

  • During the floor debate on the healthcare bill, representatives from both parties gave speeches arguing for or against the proposed legislation.
  • In the Senate, floor debate can be limited by a time restriction, but sometimes the debate is extended beyond the limit.
  • A pro-con debate is a type of floor debate where speeches alternate between opposing viewpoints. If one side has more speakers, the chair may allow multiple speeches in a row on that side.

These examples illustrate how floor debate is a formal process of discussing a proposed bill in front of the entire legislative chamber. It involves speeches from representatives who argue for or against the motion, and sometimes there are restrictions on the time or number of speakers. The goal is to consider the merits of the proposed legislation and come to a decision on whether to pass it into law.

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23:35
guys. my notre dame address just went long is this good or bad
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23:37
Oooooo me too
23:37
omg is this good or bad
Dkk
23:47
Idk if gender roles are gunna fix that then.
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it looks like most people who applied in october last cycle didn't get a decision until january... does it even mean anything that our addresses went long??
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windyMagician
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reporting live to say my ndls address also went long
does it mean anything ^
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NDLS and Fordham took a very long time last year. It's good info for people to know.
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