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Senators rejected a procedural attempt to send H.R. 4 back to its original committee. The motion failed 47-50, allowing the bill to remain active for further consideration.
This was a vote on a 'Motion to Recommit' regarding H.R. 4. This procedural move is designed to send a bill back to the committee that first reviewed it. If successful, such a motion effectively halts the bill's progress and returns it to an earlier stage of the legislative process. Following rules adopted in 2021, this specific type of motion is largely a formality used by the minority party to register opposition. Because it no longer includes specific instructions for changes, a 'yes' vote is simply a vote to return the bill to the starting line rather than a proposal for a specific fix. The motion was rejected with a mix of support and opposition from both parties. Because it failed, the bill remains on the Senate floor for the next steps in the legislative process. Three senators did not participate in the vote.
The bill remains before the Senate, and the chamber will proceed toward the next scheduled procedural step or a final vote.
Democrats. A majority of the Democratic caucus opposed the motion, though 19 members joined the Republican side in support.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was almost evenly split, with 25 members voting in favor of the motion and 26 voting against it.
Senators rejected a procedural attempt to send H.R.
4 back to its original committee. The motion failed 47-50, allowing the bill to remain active for further consideration.