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The first barrier has been overcome
The first barrier has been overcome It's going to be more difficult next The House of Representatives approved the third budget reconciliation package in the amount of $95 billion by a minimal margin of votes (216 against 214). In the final version, $73 billion will go to defense and intelligence amid the ongoing military conflict with Iran, $12 billion to support farmers and another $10 billion to encourage states to tighten voting rules.
GOP Hard-Liners Demand Fourth Reconciliation Bill Amid Unresolved Priorities in Third Package
Republican holdouts in the House are pressing for a fourth reconciliation bill to address excluded priorities like Planned Parenthood cuts and voTer ID provisions, while leadership races to pass the third bill before the August recess.
GOP Fights to Embed Mandatory Voter ID in Budget Bill Amid Senate Hurdles
Republican hard-liNers are pushing to include a mandatory voter ID and citizenship proof measure, the SAVE America Act,in the $95 billion budget reconciliation bill, setting up a clash with the Senate's procedural rules and internal party divisions. Republican leaders are actively pursuing the inclusion of a mandatory version of the SAVE America Act within the $95 billion budget reconciliation bill.
Republicans Explore Reconciliation Path to Enact SAVE America Act Amid Filibuster Standoff
Senate Republicans are considering using the budget reconciliation process to pass the SAVE America Act, former President Trump's priority election reform bill, after repeated failures to break a Democratic filibuster. The strategy involves attaching financial incentives for state voter ID laws to a broader spending package to meet Senate budgetary rules, though it faces skepticism from deficit hawks and legal complexities.
House Republicans Race Against Time to Pass Third Reconciliation Bill Amid Divided GOP Support
Facing a shrinking legislative calender, House Republicans are pushing forward with efforts to craft a third reconciliation bill focused on spending cuts and tax breaks, despite Senate skepticism and internal disagreements over priorities such as military funding, welfare program ofFsets, and potential inclusion of voter ID provisions. Chairman Jodey Arrington aims to produce a framework before the July 4 recess, but分歧 over political risks and policy details threaten to stall the initiative.
Republicans Face Crucial Test in Efforts to Pass SAVE America Act
US Senate Republicans are facing a crucial test in their efforts to pass the SAVE America Act, a bill that would federally require voter ID nationwide. The legislation has been met with strong opposition from Democrats, who have vowed to block it on the floor. US Senate Republicans are facing a crucial test in their efforts to pass the SAVE America Act, a bill that would federally require voter ID nationwide.
Limits of Budget Reconciliation Under the Byrd Rule’s “Merely Incidental” Test
Analysis Limits of Budget Reconciliation Under the Byrd Rule’s “Merely Incidental” Test The recurring temptation in Congress is to turn one broken process into a vehicle for fixing another, whether that means nuking the filibuster or treating budget reconciliation as a substitute for regular order.
Senate Republicans start debate on ICE funding package
Senate Republicans are once again forging ahead with a reconciliation package to fund immigration enforcement agencies through fiscal year 2029. This comes after a delay in mid-May, when senators left town for a recess without passing the GOP-backed measure over concerns about the Trump administration's effort to use taxpayer dollars to compensate people who allege being targeted by the federal government.
Senate referee halts funding Trump's ballroom comes under threat from an unexpected source
President Trump has promised to fund the ballroom with private donations. Republicans now want to provide federal funding dollars for security measures. (archive image) Mark Schiefelbein/AP/dpa The Republican Senate majority wants to give Trump's ballroom federal funds for its Secret Service security. The referee rejects the bill as inadmissible. Time is of the essence. No time? blue News summarizes for you President Trump says private donations are funding his ballroom.
Oregon senators introduce Public Lands Integrity Act to protect federal lands
WASHINGTON, D.C. (KATU) — America’s public lands would be harder to sell off under new legislation introduced by Oregon Sens. Jeff Merkley and Ron Wyden, who say they want to close a budget loophole that could allow federal land sales to be fast-tracked through Congress.
GOP Ballroom and ICE Bill Would Add $72 Billion To Deficit
GOP Ballroom and ICE Bill Would Add $72 Billion To Deficit May 6, 2026, 11:23 AM EDT WASHINGTON The budget package Senate Republicans unveiled late Monday to fund federal immigration enforcement and President Donald Trumps proposed White House ballroom will increase deficits by nearly $72 billion over the next 10 years, according to the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office.
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Read on... for more on the vote and what this process looks like. Why now: Because compromise between the two parties is off the table, Senate Republicans are turning to a budget tool called reconciliation, which would enable them to fund immigration enforcement agencies without the need for Democratic support.
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UCLA's Edith de Guzman explains a pattern her research team has noticed: trees that appear to have been burned by nearby structures rather than spreading flames to those structures. Read on ... for more on what the preliminary data shows and what it could mean for state regulations in high-risk fire areas.
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A vibrant spread of Filipino staples at Manila Inasal, including grilled inasal chicken, garlic rice and an array of traditional side dishes. More details: The past decade has been marked by the rise of a new class of eateries led by Filipino chefs honoring the soul of traditional Filipino cuisine with modern flair.
Affordability concerns focus of GOP blueprint for sequel to 'One Big Beautiful Bill' Original
Republicans have unveiled their blueprint for a second reconciliation bill, a sequel to last year's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," which they say will tackle housing, health care and energy costs to make life more affordable for Americans. The plan announced by the Republican Study Committee is a step towards cementing President Donald Trump’s policies into law while the GOP controls both chambers of Congress.
JAMES CARTER: Tort Reform Gets Another Bite At The Reconciliation Apple
Having adopted President Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) by the narrowest of margins, congressional Republicans are preparing to advance a second reconciliation bill. Reconciliation bills are powerful legislative vehicles. They empower congressional majorities—even tiny ones—to avoid Senate filibusters and, if necessary, to pass legislation along partisan lines. But as powerful as reconciliation is, it is subject to restrictions concerning “extraneous” provisions.
Astria Toppenish Hospital seeks critical access designation amid looming funding cuts
TOPPENISH, Wash. – Astria Toppenish Hospital is seeking a critical access hospital designation as it faces potential financial challenges due to the recent passing of the reconciliation bill. Congressman Dan Newhouse introduced a bill to designate Astria Toppenish as a critical access hospital.
Agriculture groups react to signing of federal budget “One Big Beautiful Bill”
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Does the "big, beautiful bill" eliminate taxes on Social Security?
Lawmakers on House passing budget bill As Congress was approving President Trump's "big, beautiful bill" on Thursday, the Social Security Administration touted the legislation by stating that the legislation "eliminates federal income taxes on Social Security benefits for most beneficiaries." That claim, which echoes previous promises by Mr. Trump to remove taxes on Social Security, may have come as welcome news for the millions of older and disabled people who depend on the program for income.
One Big Beautiful Bill: Senate Edition
By Samantha Ayoub and Faith Parum The Senate passed their version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act on July 1. This Market Intel highlights the significant differences between that bill and the bill advanced in the House of Representatives on June 22.
Why the "No Tax on Social Security" Promise Was Left Out of the One Big Beautiful Bill: A Story for Seniors
Imagine a bustling kitchen table where a group of seniors, sipping coffee and flipping through the morning news, discuss the latest buzz about the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBBA) of 2025. They’d heard President Trump’s campaign promise to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits—a pledge that resonated deeply with retirees like Mary, a 67-year-old former teacher living on a fixed income. But as they read the fine print, they noticed the bill didn’t include this tax cut. Why?
The Big Ugly Bill would deny ordinary Americans
“Senate Republicans tried to write Donald Trump’s contempt for the courts into law — gutting judicial enforcement, defying the Constitution, and bulldozing the very rule of law that forms our democracy,” Schumer said in a statement. “It was nothing short of an assault on the system of checks and balances that has anchored this nation since its founding, and a brazen attempt crown Trump king.” — Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
One Big Beautiful Bill: Senate Edition
Other crucial provisions for agriculture were also included in the Senate bill. Domestic research and development (R&D) expenses will permanently be depreciable in the year they are incurred. For domestic R&D expenses incurred between 2021 and 2024 that are still being amortized, companies will be able to deduct the remainder of their expenses in the next one or two tax years. The Senate OBBB also includes an increased deduction for state and local taxes (SALT).
GOP’s ‘one big, beautiful bill’ revises Pell Grant eligibility and funding
Republicans’ so-called “one big, beautiful bill” package of and spending provisions would aim to address a shortfall in the Pell Grants program, as well as expand access to the program for students enrolled in workforce education programs. The federal program is designed to provide low-income students with funding to enroll in post-secondary education with grants awarded based on a student’s financial need and course load.
Space News Digest: July 1, 2025 / Updated: 2025, July 1st, 12:02 CET
Space News Digest: July 1, 2025 / Updated: 2025, July 1st, 12:02 CET The global space sector continues to surge with scientific breakthroughs, new missions, and technological advances. This week’s news covers everything from the Vera Rubin Observatory’s first cosmic survey, the latest on Mars exploration, and the evolving landscape of satellite technology, to the growing intersection of space and national security, and the environmental impact of space activities.
Aside from events in the Middle East, the “One, Big, Beautiful” Bill has been dominating news headlines. People from both sides have shared their opinions on the budget reconciliation bill. However, the opposition came to a head over Utah Senator Mike Lee’s proposal to sell off millions of acres of BLM (Bureau of Land Management) land. This has been a tricky bill for shooters and outdoorsmen. For more information on the subject, check out this article.
Reconciliation Update: Senate Releases Amended Budget Bill
The Senate this weekend released its updated version of the “big, beautiful” budget reconciliation bill. Several important updates are outlined below. As background, all provisions must meet what’s known as the Byrd Rule to ensure they remain focused on fiscal matters for the legislation to pass with a simple majority rather than the traditional 60 votes in the Senate.
Signature Republican Bill Heads to Final Votes
June 30, 2025 · by Amy West and Joshua Tauberer Signature Republican Bill Heads to Final Votes The House is out this week, at least that’s what the calendar says. The Senate currently tentatively also has itself as out this week, but Senate Majority Leader Thune says he still intends to get the Republican’s signature bill, H.R. 1: One Big Beautiful Bill Act, through the Senate and passed back to the House with a goal of it getting to the President for signature by July 4.
Politico reports great news for America’s public schools. The Senate Parliamentarian, Elizabeth MacDonough, removed the private school voucher part of Trump’s “One Big Ugly Bill,” because it runs afoul of the Byrd Rule. The Byrd Rule prevents the inclusion of extraneous issues that are not directly related to fiscal issues. She also ruled that the Senate’s effort to protect religious colleges from an onerous tax on their endowment had to be removed from the bill.
Unelected Parliamentarian and Former Al Gore Advisor Elizabeth MacDonough Tells Senate to Cut 47 Provisions from ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’
by Adam Pack Senate Parliamentarian Elizabeth MacDonough, an unelected official with massive influence over the fate of President Donald Trump’s domestic policy agenda, continues to reduce the size of the Senate version of his “one big, beautiful” bill. MacDonough has advised Senate Republicans that major reforms to Medicaid will have to be struck from the president’s landmark bill to comply with stringent budget rules.
State AI moratorium clears Senate hurdle.
Welcome to the CAVEAT Weekly Newsletter, where we break down some of the major developments and happenings occurring worldwide when discussing cybersecurity, privacy, digital surveillance, and technology policy. At 1,500 words, this briefing is about a 7-minute read. Senate parliamentarian allows GOP to keep state AI ban. KOSA garners significant attention. The news. On Monday, the Senate parliamentarian decided to allow the controversial state AI ban to remain in the reconciliation bill.
Klobuchar joins governors in expressing SNAP cut concerns
News Klobuchar joins governors in expressing SNAP cut concerns June 26, 2025 By Mark Dorenkamp Filed Under: Ag Policy, News The Ranking Member of the Senate Ag Committee has concerns about proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Amy Klobuchar says the One Big Beautiful Bill would raise grocery costs for many families.
Republicans Scramble After Senate Parliamentarian Nixes Deep Cuts From 'Big Beautiful Bill'
Republicans Scramble After Senate Parliamentarian Nixes Deep Cuts From 'Big Beautiful Bill' It isn't just rogue judges subverting the will of the people... The Republicans' Big Beautiful Bill was dealt a major blow on Thursday after the Senate Parliamentrian gutted nine major provisions included in GOP efforts to cut $250 billion in Medicaid and other health care spending.
Capitol Police used 'zip ties' to restrain wheelchair users protesting Medicaid cuts Original
§ 22–1307. Crowding, Obstructing, or Incommoding. | D.C. Law Library. https://code.dccouncil.us/us/dc/council/code/sections/22-1307. Accessed 26 June 2025. Bolton, Alexander. "Senate Referee Rejects Key Medicaid Cuts in Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill.'" The Hill, 26 June 2025, https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5370671-medicaid-trump-bill-senate-parliamentarian/. Byrd Rule Violations Continue to Mount on the Republicans' "One Big, Beautiful Bill" | U.S. Senate Committee On The Budget.
Oppose H.R. 1: the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" (UPDATED 6/26)
June 26, 2025: The Senate Parliamentarian has ruled that many of the Senate Republicans’ harmful provisions, including changes to federal worker pay and protections, student loan eligibility and repayment options, and defunding the CFPB, violate the Byrd rule. Senate Republicans must now revise their bill or disregard decades of legislative precedent and override the parliamentarian’s Byrd rulings.
Senate parliamentarian rules public land sales cannot be part of budget bill Original
The U.S. Senate parliamentarian ruled late Monday that a provision by Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, to mandate the sale of more than 2 million acres of federal public land cannot be part of the Big Beautiful Bill.
Lee's Federal Land Sale Proposal Blocked, but Senator Says He'll Push Forward with Revised Plan
📆 6/24/2025 12:04 PM Politics News Environment, Senator Mike Lee, Federal Land Sale 📆 6/24/2025 12:04 PM 📰 KSLcom ⏱ Reading Time: 65 sec. here 9 min. at publisher 📊 Quality Score: News: 50% Publisher: 51% Senate parliamentarian rules against Senator Lee's proposal to sell federal land, citing Byrd Rule violation. Lee vows to proceed with a modified version.
Large parts of Trump's "big beautiful bill" will face filibusters, thanks to Senate parliamentarian
The Senate parliamentarian ruled over the weekend that large parts of Donald Trump’s “big beautiful” budget bill will be subject to the filibuster when senators convene to vote on the massive reconciliation legislation in the next few days, throwing several elements of the right-wing wish list — along with its July 4 deadline dictated by the president — into doubt.
Senate GOP's plan to push food aid costs onto states axed from megabill
Senate GOP's plan to push food aid costs onto states axed from megabill Senate Republicans plan to force states to share the cost of the countrys largest nutrition program to pay for their policy megabill has been halted by the chambers rules.
Efforts to bring copper-nickel mining to SNF removed from US House bill
This article was originally published by MinnPost. WASHINGTON — Environmentalists who were hoping a parliamentarian rule would upend efforts to open the Superior National Forest to sulfide mining were rewarded when the U.S. House had to abandon those efforts. The “big beautiful” budget bill approved by the U.S. House last month would have removed a Biden administration moratorium on 225,000 acres of the Superior National Forest, a watershed for the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness.
What to Watch as the Senate Takes Up Trump’s Tax and Spending Bill
With the Senate now considering the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, policy experts expect several hiccups as Republicans work toward their self-imposed July 4th deadline for passage. The House passed OBBBA (H.R. 1) on Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-LA) timeline — just before Memorial Day. Lawmakers returned to Washington, D.C., earlier this week and are slated to be in session for most of June. Senate Republicans likely will spend much of that time hashing out their version of OBBBA.
Reconciliation Reveals Cracks in the Budget Process
Analysis Reconciliation Reveals Cracks in the Budget Process It took days of round-the-clock committee markups, a marathon Rules Committee meeting, and dead-of-night negotiations, but House Republicans manhandled their “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” across the floor and on to the Senate barely an hour after sunrise on May 22, achieving a major milestone toward enactment.
Necessary Standard or Federal Overreach? Congress' 10-Year AI State-Law Ban Draws Fierce Opposition
Earlier we wrote about a controversial AI moratorium provision in the "One Big Beautiful Bill" — the massive budget reconciliation measure that narrowly passed the US House of Representatives on May 22 and is currently under consideration in the Senate. The AI moratorium provision would impose a 10-year ban on state-level artificial intelligence (AI) regulations and would also preempt over 1,000 active AI-related bills in state capitals and dozens that have already been signed into law.
AcademyHealth's Situation Report: HHS Faces Cuts, Senate Eyes Medicaid, and Resources for Advocacy
In this edition of AcademyHealth's Situation Report, the administration’s FY26 budget proposal outlines a significant restructuring of HHS and reductions in discretionary funding for key health agencies. We also highlight ongoing Senate deliberations over a budget reconciliation bill that could impact Medicaid coverage for millions. AcademyHealth is taking action through legal, advocacy, and community mobilization efforts to protect public health data, research funding, and access to care.
The House Reconciliation Bill’s AI Preemption Clearly Violates the Byrd Rule
The House of Representatives recently voted to approve the budget reconciliation bill. Officially the One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act, it contains a provision (sec. 43201(c)) imposing a 10-year bar on state and local governments enforcing “any law or regulation” concerning artificial intelligence (AI).
Byrd Rule expected to bring scrutiny to House reconciliation plan
News Byrd Rule expected to bring scrutiny to House reconciliation plan May 23, 2025 By Jared White Filed Under: Congress, Crops, crops, Crops, Illinois, News, USDA The director of the Gardner Agricultural Policy Program at the University of Illinois says several aspects of the House-passed budget reconciliation package are likely to face more scrutiny in the U.S. Senate. Jonathan Coppess says the Byrd Rule, named for Senator Robert Byrd, holds the upper chamber to stricter guidelines.
Reconciliation Breaks Decades of Bipartisanship
As Congress has continued to descend into partisan conflict and deadlock, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has remained an important bastion of bipartisanship. It sets the overall defense policy, which includes which programs are allowed to be funded, and serves as the basis for the budget set by the separate appropriations act. The NDAA provides authorization for subsequent appropriations for the Department of Defense.
‘Senior Bonus’ in Trump Agenda Bill Would Temporarily Provide Relief to Americans Over 65
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, narrowly approved by the House of Representatives on May 22, includes a tax break for Americans older than 65 in the form of a temporary deduction of $4,000. In lieu of President Donald Trump’s campaign pledge to eliminate taxes on Social Security benefits, this deduction, called the “senior bonus,” would offer a smaller tax cut, targeted to benefit lower-income seniors.
June 2025 Policy Pulse
Have questions about the Moss Adams combination? We're here to help. Submit your inquiry. Article Jun 26, 2025 · Authored by Jessica Jeane We’re under a heat advisory this week in Washington, D.C., and coinciding with the rising temperatures, things are heating up – or boiling over – on Capitol Hill as Republicans continue their push amidst intraparty divide to deliver a major tax legislative victory for the president by July 4, 2025.
Californians Would Lose AI Protections Under Bill Advancing in Congress
May 16 Failed to save article Please try again House Republicans this week attached to the budget a moratorium on states' regulation of artificial intelligence. (Samuel Corum/AP) This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters.
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