AP U. S Gov member of the House of Representatives has introduced a bill to raise the minimum wage, but it has been in committee for 36 days and is unlikely to make it to the floor. Which of the following is the best course of action for the representative to take to get a vote on the bill?

(A) Presenting a cloture motion

(B) Placing a hold on the bill

(C) Introducing a concurrent resolution

(D) Filing for a discharge petition

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Julius Levine

Social Studies

27 November, 09:57

AP U. S Gov member of the House of Representatives has introduced a bill to raise the minimum wage, but it has been in committee for 36 days and is unlikely to make it to the floor. Which of the following is the best course of action for the representative to take to get a vote on the bill?

(A) Presenting a cloture motion

(B) Placing a hold on the bill

(C) Introducing a concurrent resolution

(D) Filing for a discharge petition

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Brynlee Black · Answer 1

The correct answer is : D

Explanation:

It is used to start a process in order to force a bill out of committee and requiring a vote for it. This petition has to be signed by the members of the House of Representatives. It is taken into account as a political tactic and normally they are almost never successful.