how many votes does it take to pass a bill in the senate?

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It takes a simple majority on most bills. To stop a filibuster or override a Presidential veto takes 2/3 majority.

2007-02-03 08:37:19 · answer #1 · answered by KCBA 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Most it takes a simple majority, some takes a super majority 51 or 67 depending on the bill.

2007-02-03 16:39:13 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

The majority of the Senators present for the vote unless its a tax increase then they need a supermajority.

2007-02-03 16:38:08 · answer #3 · answered by meathookcook 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋

It depends, but normally it take 55 or more.

2007-02-03 16:37:26 · answer #4 · answered by ism 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋

sixty

2007-02-03 18:49:59 · answer #5 · answered by babe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋