GOP lawmakers back discharge petition to force immigration votes
By Rafael Bernal - 05/09/18 10:38 AM EDT
Fifteen House Republicans have signed on to a discharge petition filed Wednesday that is intended to force votes on a series of immigration measures — including legislation to protect so-called Dreamers.
The discharge petition, which is intended to force legislation from a committee, would lead to a floor vote if a majority of House members sign on to it.
http://thehill.com/homenews/house/386883-gop-lawmakers-file-motion-to-force-immigration-vote
