Congressional Legislative Process Rules

The Senate allows for extended, often unlimited debate unless a cloture vote is invoked to end a filibuster.

In the House, the Rules Committee determines debate durations and whether amendments can be made on the floor.

Both the House and the Senate must pass identical versions of a bill before it can be sent to the president for approval.

In the Senate, debate time is strictly limited by a Rules Committee similar to the House, ensuring quick passage of bills.