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politics2 months ago

Johnson urges House to return to Washington for shutdown vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced that lawmakers should return to Washington to resolve the government shutdown, which was temporarily broken by a bipartisan Senate vote to fund the government until late January. The legislation includes protections for federal workers and bipartisan funding for various government functions. However, disagreements remain over health care subsidies, with Democrats criticizing the deal and Republicans debating further reforms. The shutdown's end is imminent but not guaranteed, with ongoing negotiations and potential delays.

via AP News|
#bipartisan-agreement#government-shutdown#health-care-subsidies
politics2 months ago

Congressional Funding Moves Aim to End Shutdown and Secure Agriculture Budget

A bipartisan deal has been reached to fund Congress and related agencies for the current fiscal year, including increased security measures and full funding for the Government Accountability Office, aiming to end the government shutdown. The package also includes funding for veterans, defense infrastructure, and other federal programs, with ongoing negotiations and votes expected to finalize the agreement.

via Politico|
#bipartisan-agreement#federal-funding#government-shutdown
politics1 year ago

"Virginia Lawmakers and Youngkin Reach Agreement to Avert Budget Crisis and Address Key Amendments"

Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and state lawmakers have agreed to set aside the current budget plan and work towards a new budget document next month, averting a potential crisis. The bipartisan agreement aims to avoid a showdown over taxes and spending priorities, with plans to reject all of Youngkin's proposed budget amendments and then procedurally kill the underlying document. A special legislative session is expected to be held in mid-May to finalize the budget process well before the June 30 deadline.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-agreement#glenn-youngkin#legislative-session
technology1 year ago

"Landmark Bipartisan Data Privacy Bill Unveiled to Prevent Selling of Personal Information"

Key federal lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan proposal, the American Privacy Rights Act, to give consumers broad rights to control how tech companies use their personal data, marking a milestone in the congressional debate over data privacy. The proposal would set a national baseline for how companies can collect, use, and transfer data, allowing users to opt out of certain data practices and requiring companies to gather only necessary information. It would also resolve issues regarding federal law overriding state laws and consumer lawsuits against violators. The proposal faces uncertain prospects but aims to preempt state privacy laws and allow civil lawsuits for data privacy violations.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-agreement#data-protection#legislation
politics1 year ago

"House Approves $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill to Prevent Shutdown"

The US House of Representatives narrowly passed a $1.2 trillion spending bill to avert a government shutdown, despite objections from conservatives like Marjorie Taylor Greene. The bill will keep the government open until the end of Fiscal Year 2024 and includes funding for various departments. Greene initiated a motion to vacate House Speaker Mike Johnson, but it will not trigger an immediate vote. The Senate also passed the bill, and it now awaits President Joe Biden's signature. The passage of the bill allows for a two-week vacation for Congress, but work on spending bills will continue.

via The Independent|
#bipartisan-agreement#government-shutdown#marjorie-taylor-greene
politics-government-spending1 year ago

"House Passes Bipartisan $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill, GOP Revolt, and Motion to Oust Speaker"

The House approved a $1.2 trillion spending package to fund most of the federal government for the next six months, raise military pay, and make various policy changes. The bill's passage was contentious, with House Speaker Mike Johnson facing opposition from some conservatives. The Senate is expected to pass the bill, but procedural roadblocks could delay the process. If the bill had failed, Congress would have few options to fund the government, potentially leading to a shutdown.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-agreement#government-shutdown#house-of-representatives
politics1 year ago

"Lawmakers Rush to Pass $1.2 Trillion Spending Bill to Avoid Shutdown"

Lawmakers have released the text of a $1.2 trillion government funding bill negotiated by the White House and leaders of both parties to avoid a partial government shutdown this weekend. The deal includes funding for various departments and agencies, with the most contentious part being funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Both parties have expressed their views on the bill, with House Republicans praising the Homeland Security-related spending provisions and proposed cuts to the Internal Revenue Service, while Senate Democrats have highlighted gains in the legislation. The bill needs to be passed before the shutdown deadline, and both chambers face a tight timeline to do so.

via NBC News|
#bipartisan-agreement#congress#government-funding
sports1 year ago

"Ted Cruz Urges Swift Action on College Sports Legislation"

Senator Ted Cruz believes there's a 50-50 chance of Congress passing legislation to provide antitrust protection and regulation to college athletics in the U.S. by the end of the year, with concerns about time running out. The gathering included a panel with former Alabama coach Nick Saban and discussions on the possibility of college athletes joining unions. Despite bipartisan efforts and proposals, progress has been slow, and stakeholders are urged to provide feedback. The NCAA and powerful conferences are also working on proposals to address issues in college sports, with concerns about the impact of NIL funds and loosened transfer rules. There is a push for Congress to act to protect college athletes and bring clarity to the current "Wild West" state of college athletics.

via The Associated Press|
#bipartisan-agreement#college-sports#legislation
politics1 year ago

Senate Passes $460 Billion Funding Bill to Avert Government Shutdown

The Senate passed a $459 billion funding bill to avert a government shutdown, allocating funds for various federal departments until September 30. However, negotiations for the remaining government funding, including Defense, State, and Homeland Security departments, remain contentious due to disagreements over spending amounts and policy provisions. President Biden's push for additional aid to Ukraine and Israel, along with border security, has further complicated the funding picture. Last-minute delay tactics from hardline Senate Republicans briefly raised concerns of a partial shutdown, and lawmakers may need to pass a temporary funding measure for the Homeland Security Department due to slow negotiations.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-agreement#funding-bill#government-shutdown
politics1 year ago

"Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Funding Bills to Avert Government Shutdown"

Top lawmakers have unveiled a package of six government funding bills ahead of the shutdown deadline, representing a breakthrough after months of short-term funding extensions. The package includes bipartisan wins and investments in various programs, with Democrats touting full funding for WIC and Republicans securing conservative policy victories. Congress approved a stopgap measure to extend funding temporarily, and lawmakers aim to pass the funding bills through both chambers this week, facing a tight timeline with the State of the Union address and a looming deadline on March 22. House Speaker Mike Johnson faces pressure from his right flank and potential challenges to his speakership.

via CNN|
#bipartisan-agreement#government-funding#house-speaker
politics1 year ago

"Congress Introduces Bipartisan Funding Bills to Prevent Shutdown"

Congressional appropriators released six funding bills totaling $704 billion to keep six agencies funded for the rest of the fiscal year, aiming to avoid a government shutdown. The House must pass the measure first, then it will move to the Senate for a vote before the March 8 funding deadline. The legislation funds several agencies, including Transportation, Veterans Affairs, Energy, Agriculture, Interior, Housing and Urban Development, EPA, and FDA. The package faces opposition from far-right Republicans seeking spending cuts and policy wins on social issues. Democrats and Republicans tout bipartisan nature of the bills, with Democrats protecting domestic programs and Republicans cutting spending to agencies like the EPA and FBI.

via The Washington Post|
#bipartisan-agreement#congress#federal-spending
politics1 year ago

"Congress Temporarily Averts Shutdown with Short-Term Deal"

The US Congress has passed a bill to temporarily avoid a partial government shutdown, extending funding for federal agencies until March. The bill, which now awaits President Joe Biden's approval, received bipartisan support and aims to prevent a shutdown amidst budget negotiations on border security and aid to Ukraine. If a long-term budget deal is not reached, further funding measures will need to be decided and passed in the coming weeks to avoid a shutdown.

via BBC.com|
#bipartisan-agreement#budget-deal#government-shutdown
politics1 year ago

"Senate Passes Last-Minute Bill to Avert Government Shutdown Again"

The House and Senate passed a stopgap spending bill, preventing a government shutdown and angering pro-Trump Republicans who criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson. The bill will keep the government open until March 8, with a larger agreement to vote on six spending bills by that date. Despite split Republican support, the bill passed with Democrats' backing. Some Republicans expressed dissatisfaction with the agreement, but Johnson's leadership position seems secure.

via The Independent|
#bipartisan-agreement#government-shutdown#house-speaker-mike-johnson
politics1 year ago

"Congress Strikes Short-Term Deal to Avert Shutdown"

Congressional leaders have reached a short-term agreement to avert a partial government shutdown by proposing a temporary funding patch that would extend funding for some government agencies for a week, through March 8, and the rest for another two weeks, until March 22. The deal, initially suggested by Speaker Mike Johnson, aims to provide more time for spending negotiations and prevent a shutdown at the end of the week. However, the agreement only covers six of the 12 annual spending bills, leaving further negotiations and potential shutdown risks in the coming weeks.

via The New York Times|
#bipartisan-agreement#congressional-leaders#government-shutdown
politics1 year ago

"Uncertainty Looms as Congress Navigates Shutdown Threat and Ukraine Aid"

Congressional leaders are optimistic about reaching a deal to avert a government shutdown before Friday's deadline, but remain divided on Ukraine funding, with House Speaker Mike Johnson prioritizing the border crisis. The meeting also focused on addressing the large numbers of migrants crossing the U.S. border with Mexico. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer described the talks on Ukraine funding as intense, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries emphasized the importance of the situation. There may be a need for a bipartisan agreement to extend funding bills slated to lapse on March 8 to allow for continued funding talks.

via NPR|
#bipartisan-agreement#border-crisis#congressional-leaders