C-SPAN Congressional Glossary

TermDefinitionUsed In
Supermajority Vote A Supermajority Vote requires more than a simple majority for passage (e.g. a 2/3 or 3/5 vote).

For example, a 2/3 vote is necessary in both chambers to override a veto, to amend the Constitution, or suspend the rules.

House & Senate



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