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AP United States Government and Politics
Multiple Choice

Understanding Cloture in the Senate

Very Hard Unit 2: Branches Of Government Legislative Process

In the U.S. legislative process, several procedural tactics can significantly impact a bill's passage. Among these, the concept of 'cloture' is pivotal in the Senate. Cloture aims to end filibusters and limit debate time on a bill. To invoke cloture, a certain number of votes are required. Additionally, the role of the majority leader in orchestrating legislative strategy can further influence the bill’s journey through the Senate. Considering the complexities surrounding cloture and the legislative process, which statement correctly describes the required number of votes to invoke cloture in the Senate?

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