The Senate failed to session as most of the senators are involved in political campaign activities. This was the sixth time since the work sessions of congress opened that there has not been enough quorum for the Senate to discuss important bills and other issues on their agenda. The Senate has only been able to work once since the 27 February opening of the 1998 congressional period. On 17 March only 14 of a total 30 senators attended. The Senate needs a minimum of 16 senators to session. Congressmen are the best paid government officers.
