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legislative-process
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abcnews.go.compolitics13 hrs ago
Senate minority bloc calls for Senate president resignation after two-day session absence
The minority bloc urged the Senate president to step down after the majority bloc skipped plenary sessions for a second consecutive day. The minority cited a rules violation and said the absence prevented scheduled legislation from advancing.
politics15 hrs ago
Senate split at 11-11 after two majority members cannot attend sessions
Two senators from the majority bloc are unable to attend sessions due to legal proceedings. The chamber is now evenly divided, affecting the ability to reach a quorum or pass contested measures.