Thursday, June 9, 2011

Key Vote: Motion to Proceed; Close Big Oil Tax Loopholes Act

Motion to Proceed; Close Big Oil Tax Loopholes Act
- Vote Rejected (52-48)

The Senate fell short of the 60 votes needed to proceed to consideration of this bill that would end certain tax breaks for large oil companies. The bill may resurface as part of the upcoming budget negotiations.

Sen. Bill Nelson voted YES
Sen. Marco Rubio voted NO

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