Mandatory Reading Time for Legislation: Ending Rushed Lawmaking.
This resolution establishes a mandatory waiting period before the Senate can consider any bill or treaty, based on its length. The rule requires one session day of waiting for every 20 pages of the document. This change ensures that laws affecting citizens' lives are thoroughly reviewed by lawmakers, promoting better governance and reducing the risk of hidden provisions.
Key points
Legislation consideration is delayed by a minimum of one session day for every 20 pages of the document.
The goal is to ensure Senators have sufficient time to read and understand complex laws before voting on them.
Waiver of this rule requires a three-fifths (60%) supermajority vote, making it difficult to rush unread legislation through the Senate.
Status:
Introduced
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