[Bahbah]

And did I correctly hear that no one in the House has elected to do so?

[Cboldt]

And did I correctly hear that no one in the House has elected to do so?

I think they can't until the bill is passed -- but I admit not having studied the process. I figure the House doesn't care if the Senate spins its wheels, and objection isn't necessary until the Senate passes something outside of its Constitutional purview.

[Cboldt]

And did I correctly hear that no one in the House has elected to do so?

Here is what looks to be a good tutorial on the matter of House "blue slips." Note too the statement made withing that piece ...

http://www.taxhistory.org ...
'A Source of Frequent and Obstinate Altercations': The History and Application of the Origination Clause (Copyright, 2004, Tax Analysts)

First, the Origination Clause is enforceable not only by Congress but also by the courts.