How many of the congressional votes were required for any decision and what did this cause?

Explanation:

a representative sponsors a bill. The bill is then assigned to a committee for study. If released by the committee, the bill is put on a calendar to be voted on, debated or amended. If the bill passes by simple majority (218 of 435), the bill moves to the Senate.

answer: researching and understanding issues being considered by lawmakers.

explanation:

lobbying is the act of attempting to influence a politician's behaviour. lobbyists can be members of a constituency, organizations, businesses, non-profit organizations or professional lobbyists.