When senators decide it is time to vote on a bill, they begin a procedure called cloture to indicate the time for discussion is over.
What is cloture in Senate?
Cloture is a Senate procedure that limits further consideration of a pending proposal to thirty hours in order to end a filibuster. Senate Action of Cloture Motions, 1917-Present. Rules & Procedures.
Why would a senator request cloture?
A cloture motion "to bring to a close the debate on any measure, motion or other matter pending before the Senate, or the unfinished business" must be signed by at least sixteen Senators, and (with few exceptions) may be presented at any time.
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