Gag Rule (mar 1, 1836 – jan 1, 1844)
Description:
A gag rule is a rule that limits or forbids the raising, consideration, or discussion of a particular topic by members of a legislative or decision-making body. The most famous example of gag rules is the series of them in effect in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1836 to 1844, concerning slavery.Added to timeline:
Date:
mar 1, 1836
jan 1, 1844
~ 7 years and 10 months