Sentence examples for say passage from inspiring English sources

Congressional aides say passage is in peril.

The legislation has bipartisan support, and supporters say passage is crucial in the wake of E. coli and salmonella outbreaks in peanuts, eggs and produce.

Supporters say passage would allow American companies to benefit fully from a market-opening agreement connected with China's bid to enter the World Trade Organization.

Republicans and Democrats say passage of a yearlong extension should go smoothly, and they vowed not to have another 11th-hour crisis before the temporary extension expires at the end of February.

Officials say passage of the services pact, which opens sensitive industries including telecommunications and publishing to Chinese investment, is vital for Taiwan's economic development and its participation in some regional trade blocs.

Experts say passage to the United States often involves several stops, perhaps a three-month stint in Latin America before crossing over from Mexico, or a stay in Hong Kong or Guam, for example.

That process was expected to take several weeks, though Ms. Lewis said passage was expected.

Based on the caucus meeting, he said, passage of the bill was "too close to call".

One House strategist, however, said passage of the accord before adjournment was still a strong possibility.

Mr. Reid said passage of the bill was essential to ensure that doctors continue taking Medicare patients.

Speaker Nancy Pelosi said passage of the bill was "quite a joyful occasion".