Republicans were upset by the Democratic leaders’ announcement, complaining they heard about it on Twitter.
The move marks another reversal on the issue by Pelosi and top Democrats, who abruptly scrapped plans last week to alter the rules after Republicans balked. Party leaders instead created a task force led by Hoyer and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy to come up with changes that both parties could approve.
But six days later, Pelosi and Hoyer say they now intend to muscle through the changes on the floor with mostly, if not all, Democratic votes. House GOP leaders have signaled they are opposed to the Democrats’ current plans for proxy voting, with many Republicans arguing that lawmakers should be working in person.
Health experts, including the House’s attending physician, however, have warned that there will need to be major operational changes to protect members and staff from further spreading the virus.
Democratic lawmakers have repeatedly pressed Pelosi and Hoyer for some kind of remote voting to allow the institution to function even as members work from home to deal with outbreaks in their districts. Lawmakers have sought ways to conduct business remotely, including votes, debate and hearings.
Source: politico.com
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