"Floor debate" refers to a discussion or argument that takes place among members of a legislative body on the floor of the chamber, where they discuss and exchange their viewpoints on a proposed law or topic. Full definition
«The establishment of the Corporation will mark a new, sincere, nonpartisan dedication to the provision of equal access to justice for all our citizens,» Sen. Kennedy said during floor debate in December 1973. (lsc.gov)
Leading bill opponent Joe Barton (R - Texas) mentioned the report during floor debate on Friday and Rep. James Sensenbrenner (R - Wisconsin), at a press conference, called it «a case of the American public denied the right to know this contrary scientific evidence.» (grist.org)
During floor debate in the legislature, however, Republican State Sen. Beau McCoy, a candidate for governor, amended the bill to direct scientists to focus only on so - called «cyclical» climate change — a term that has no legitimate scientific meaning. (yahoo.com)