A Closed or an Open Rule Refers to Congressional Provisions

question 63

Multiple Choice

A closed or an open rule refers to congressional provisions regarding

• A) whether deliberations are closed or open to the general public.
• B) assignment to powerful committees.
• C) whether lobbyists are allowed inside Congress.
• D) floor debate on a bill.
• E) whether all members of the House or just members of a particular committee vote on passing a bill.

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