| − | Similar or identical legislation which is introduced in the [[United States Senate|Senate]] and [[United States House of Representatives|House]]. House and Senate lawmakers who share similar views on legislation may introduce a companion [[bill]] in their respective chambers to promote simultaneous consideration of the [[measure]].<ref>[http://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/companion_bill.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> | + | Similar or identical legislation which is introduced in the [[United States Senate|Senate]] and [[United States House of Representatives|House]]. House and Senate lawmakers who share similar views on legislation may introduce a companion [[bill]] in their respective chambers to promote simultaneous consideration of the [[measure]].<ref>[https://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/companion_bill.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> |