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There's not much to celebrate here, unfortunately. The bill was brought to vote using an accelerated procedure that requires a 2/3 vote. When it goes through
by Encosia 16y ago
There's not much to celebrate here, unfortunately. The bill was brought to vote using an accelerated procedure that requires a 2/3 vote. When it goes through the regular process that only requires a simple majority, it will pass easily if the vote is remotely similar (277-148).
- yuhong 16y agoAt least this time it will be debated and amendments will be considered, which is important for the EFF. On the other hand, this one will likely last longer.
- jdp23 16y agoThis is just the first skirmish in a battle that will go on for at least 10 days and may go on for months. That said, there's a lot to celebrate -- it changes the dynamics of the debate in the Senate, and increases the chance that Leahy's bill (S.193) introducing new safeguards as part of the reauthorization may make it to the floor. So, stay tuned! Disclaimer: I'm one of the organizers with Get FISA Right, a grassroots civil liberties organization working to reform or repeal the PATRIOT Act.