Legislative Process
Reconciliation
Definition
A special budget process that allows certain tax, spending, and debt limit legislation to pass the Senate with a simple majority (51 votes) instead of the usual 60.
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.
ClotureA Senate procedure to end debate on a bill and bring it to a vote. Requires 60 votes (three-fifths of the Senate) to invoke.
Budget ResolutionA concurrent resolution that sets Congress's overall spending and revenue targets for the upcoming fiscal year. Not signed by the President.
More Legislative Process Terms
Common Questions
- What is a reconciliation?
- A special budget process that allows certain tax, spending, and debt limit legislation to pass the Senate with a simple majority (51 votes) instead of the usual 60.
- What terms are related to reconciliation?
- Related terms include: Filibuster, Cloture, Budget Resolution. Understanding these related concepts helps provide context for reconciliation.