Members Sometimes Give a Floor Speech After Introducing a Bill

question 11

Multiple Choice

Members sometimes give a floor speech after introducing a bill. What purpose does this speech serve?

• A) It allows the member to call their own panel of witnesses if the bill is brought up in committee
• B) It signals the member is serious about the bill and increases its chance of passage
• C) It is required by rules in both chambers before a bill can become law
• D) It is an opportunity to partner with party leaders to politicize the bill introduction process

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