| − | A proposal to alter the text of a pending [[bill]] or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, the [[Senate]] must agree to it. | + | A proposal to alter the text of a pending [[bill]] or other [[measure]] by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, the [[Senate]] must agree to it.<ref>[http://www.senate.gov/reference/glossary_term/amendment.htm] US Senate Reference</ref> |