What terms are related to cloture?

Related terms include: Filibuster, Senate. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for cloture.

Legislative Process

Cloture

Definition

A Senate procedure to end debate and bring a measure to a vote. Requires 60 votes for legislation. Nominations need only a simple majority, after rule changes in 2013 (most nominations) and 2017 (Supreme Court).

Related Terms

Filibuster

A tactic used in the Senate to delay or block a vote by extending debate. Can only be ended by invoking cloture.

Senate

The upper chamber of Congress with 100 members—two from each state. Senators serve six-year terms, with one-third up for election every two years.

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Common Questions

What does "Cloture" mean?: A Senate procedure to end debate and bring a measure to a vote. Requires 60 votes for legislation. Nominations need only a simple majority, after rule changes in 2013 (most nominations) and 2017 (Supreme Court).
What terms are related to cloture?: Related terms include: Filibuster, Senate. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for cloture.