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The Senate failed to advance Senate Resolution 412 after a 53–46 vote fell short of the 60 votes required to end debate and move to a final vote.
This vote was a "cloture motion" regarding Senate Resolution 412. In the Senate, cloture is a procedural tool used to end a filibuster and limit further debate so that a final vote can be taken on a bill, resolution, or nomination. For most legislative measures and resolutions, Senate rules require a three-fifths majority of the full Senate—typically 60 votes—to succeed. While a majority of senators (53) voted in favor of ending debate, the motion did not reach the 60-vote threshold required by the rules. Both the Democratic and Republican caucuses were divided on the issue, resulting in a bipartisan majority that was nonetheless insufficient to overcome procedural hurdles. Because the motion failed, the Senate cannot move to a final vote on the resolution at this time. The measure remains on the Senate calendar, but it is effectively stalled unless supporters can secure enough additional votes to reach the 60-vote requirement in a future attempt.
The resolution remains on the Senate's legislative calendar, but it is stalled. Leadership would need to reach a new agreement or find more supporters to try ending debate again at a later date.
Democrats. The Democratic caucus was divided, with 25 members voting to end debate and 20 voting to continue it.
Republicans. The Republican caucus was also split, with 27 members voting in favor and 23 voting against the motion.
The Senate failed to advance Senate Resolution 412 after a 53–46 vote fell short of the 60 votes required to end debate and move to a final vote.