[Leaning Right]

I guess I’m really behind the times. There are 52 Republican senators. I thought 60 votes were needed to pass a bill in the senate (to overcome a minority filibuster).

[SaxxonWoods]

For many bills, 60 votes are required.

This bill falls under what’s called a “budget reconciliation” process, which only requires a majority. It’s called the “Byrd Rule”.

[Oshkalaboomboom]

I guess I’m really behind the times. There are 52 Republican senators. I thought 60 votes were needed to pass a bill in the senate (to overcome a minority filibuster).

Nuclear Option