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Which group or individual within the Senate has the most power over what legislation is put on the agenda and whether it is passed?

the standing committee reviewing the bill
the majority party
the minority party
the president pro tempore

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The majority party — specifically its leadership (the Senate Majority Leader) — has the most power over what gets put on the Senate agenda and whether legislation is brought to a vote.

They control committee chairmanships, the floor schedule, and the procedural votes needed to advance bills. (Note: the Senate minority and rules like the filibuster can affect or slow passage, but overall agenda and final outcomes are driven by the majority.)