A Two-Thirds Vote on the Floor of the Texas Senate

question 54

Multiple Choice

A two-thirds vote on the floor of the Texas Senate is required for any bill to be considered due to the use of a

• A) blocking bill.
• B) discharge petition.
• C) super quorum.
• D) friendly filibuster.

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