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politics2 days ago•9 min saved

Fresh GOP dealmaker pushes Obamacare subsidy revival

Ohio Sen. Bernie Moreno, a freshman aligned with Trump, is driving a bipartisan push to extend Obamacare subsidies, aiming to win about 35 GOP votes for a two-year extension that adds a $5 monthly premium minimum and a 700% FPL cap, with the second year allowing subsidies to be taken as cash in health savings accounts; the talks include Collins, Shaheen, Kaine, Murkowski and King, and are tangled with abortion-language disagreements that Democrats say could derail the deal.

via Politico|

#abortion-language #bernie-moreno #obamacare

politics1 month ago•19 min saved

Lawmakers face urgent deadline to prevent health care premium hikes

Senators from both parties are seeking a deal on expiring Obamacare subsidies, with discussions highlighting the challenges of reaching a bipartisan agreement amid differing proposals and political tensions, while other political developments include leadership struggles and legal investigations.

via Politico|

#bipartisan-talks #congress #health-care-reform

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Senate Approaches Deal to End Government Shutdown

The U.S. Senate is close to reaching a bipartisan deal to end the 40-day government shutdown, with expected votes from around 10 Democratic senators and negotiations ongoing on a funding package that would extend government operations until late January 2026, including funding for military, veterans, and other federal agencies.

via The Hill|

#bipartisan #funding-bill #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•4 min saved

GOP and Senate Seek Deal to End Government Shutdown

Republicans have proposed a new funding offer to end the 37-day government shutdown, including discussions on rehiring federal workers laid off during the shutdown, as bipartisan negotiations continue on appropriations bills and a stopgap funding measure to reopen the government.

via Politico|

#appropriations-bills #funding-deal #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•6 min saved

Congress Battles to End Record-Long Government Shutdown

Signs of a potential resolution to the record-long government shutdown are emerging as Senate leaders from both parties engage in behind-the-scenes negotiations to reopen the government, address expiring healthcare subsidies, and prevent further disruptions, amid political tensions and ongoing debates over funding priorities.

via AP News|

#bipartisan-talks #federal-funding #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

US government shutdown nears record as bipartisan efforts intensify

For the first time in a long US government shutdown, there are signs of progress as Senate leaders from both parties discuss potential solutions, including a possible 'off-ramp' to end the 34-day impasse, though uncertainties remain.

via Reuters|

#bipartisan-efforts #federal-funding #healthcare-costs

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Senate debates temporary funding and federal worker pay amid shutdown

Senate negotiations to end the government shutdown are ongoing, with discussions focusing on a stopgap funding extension, appropriations bills, federal workforce protections, and healthcare issues, but no agreement is imminent as lawmakers prepare for potential further delays.

via Politico|

#federal-workforce #funding-bills #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•7 min saved

Senate Negotiations Offer Hope to End Government Shutdown

Bipartisan Senate talks to end the government shutdown are progressing but face hurdles, including extending funding through early 2026, addressing federal layoffs, and healthcare subsidies, with negotiations ongoing and no immediate resolution expected.

via Politico|

#federal-workforce #funding-bills #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•15 min saved

Senate Leaders Signal Progress in Government Shutdown Talks

Senators are cautiously optimistic about bipartisan efforts to end the government shutdown, with increased conversations among members, while debates over funding programs like SNAP continue, and economic impacts are projected to be significant, delaying federal spending and slowing growth. House and Senate leaders remain divided, with some calling for immediate solutions and others criticizing the opposition's tactics.

via CBS News|

#bipartisan-talks #federal-government #government-shutdown

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Federal Workers' Union Demands Shutdown End

The article discusses the ongoing U.S. government shutdown, highlighting the impact on federal workers, SNAP benefits, and other services, while detailing the limited progress in congressional negotiations and the political standoff involving both parties and the Trump administration.

via Politico|

#federal-workers #government-shutdown #politics

politics4 months ago•5 min saved

House GOP Proposes Funding Extension and Security Increase Amid Shutdown Threat

House GOP leaders proposed a short-term funding bill to keep the government operational until November 21, amid ongoing disagreements with Democrats over policy issues and funding levels, with concerns about a potential government shutdown and additional security measures following recent threats.

via CBS News|

#government-funding #government-shutdown #house-gop

politics6 months ago•32 min saved

Senate GOP Advances Tax and Oversight Initiatives Amid Political Tensions

Senator Mullin is close to an agreement on increasing the SALT deduction cap, facing opposition from House Republicans, while other legislative battles include GOP efforts to cut funding for the CFPB, debates over Iran military actions, and appropriations for government agencies. The legislative process is complex, with negotiations and procedural hurdles shaping the final bills.

via Politico|

#gop-legislation #house-appropriations #politics

politics7 months ago•3 min saved

GOP Tax Bill's Medicaid Cuts Threaten Rural Hospitals and Healthcare Access

The Senate GOP is working on a tax bill that includes significant negotiations on Medicaid provisions and the SALT deduction cap, with key discussions and bipartisan efforts underway to finalize the bill before July 4, amidst internal debates and external pressures from state hospital associations and security concerns.

via Politico|

#gop #medicaid #politics

politics7 months ago•3 min saved

Mixed Reactions and Uncertainty Surround AI Moratorium and GOP Legislation

Senate Republicans are debating changes to the SALT deduction cap and other tax provisions in a broader legislative package, with concerns about the impact on state subsidies and the legislative timeline, while also navigating negotiations with the House and the White House.

via Politico|

#legislative-process #politics #salt-deduction

politics7 months ago•14 min saved

House GOP Negotiations and Spending Cuts in Focus

Speaker Mike Johnson criticized Elon Musk for opposing the GOP megabill, which Musk called a 'disgusting abomination,' but Johnson defended the bill after a discussion with Musk. The bill remains a contentious issue among Republicans and Democrats, with ongoing negotiations in Congress about its provisions, including tax and spending components, amid internal disagreements and external opinions from influential figures like Musk.

via Politico|

#elon-musk #gop-megabill #house-legislation