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Senators don't always share bill text online before votes. They should, advocates say

Nov 12, 2026 · Eric McDaniel

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Senators don't always share bill text online before votes. They should, advocates say
Paper copies of amendment votes are set on display near the Senate Chamber, on July 1, 2025 on Capitol Hill.
Paper copies of amendment votes are set on display near the Senate Chamber, on July 1, 2025 on Capitol Hill.

The text of what lawmakers are considering isn't always made available for public review before it is voted on. A group of open governance advocates is calling on Senate leadership for a change.

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