Why Would Opponents of a Bill Prefer an Open Rule

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why would opponents of a bill prefer an open rule to a closed rule?

• A) Members of the House can exercise their filibuster power and block the legislation.
• B) The open rule allows the other chamber to make a decision on the bill first.
• C) The open rule prevents a bill's supporter from making further demands on minority party legislators.
• D) The open rule makes it easier to add amendments that may weaken the bill's chances of passing.

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