On Monday, they got 69 votes to begin consideration of the bill.

On Tuesday the committee will begin formal consideration of the spending bill.

Congressional leaders expect to begin consideration of a health plan in the fall.

"I am going to ask the city government to begin immediate consideration of such a tax law here."

The House then voted 216 to 207 to begin consideration of the bill, which is now expected to come to the floor next week.

Despite the vote to cut off debate and allow the Senate to begin consideration of the bill, its fate is uncertain.

The Senate begins consideration of most measures without first having reached a time agreement.

It is highly unlikely that the Senate would even begin consideration of a third nominee until next year.

The House is scheduled to begin consideration of appropriation measures under an "open" amendment process.

The Council will shortly begin consideration of this new proposal and looks forward to working closely with you.