Top Democrat Eyes Filibuster-Proof Budget Bill to Unlock Affordability Agenda

A House Democrat outlined legislative options for pursuing an economic package focused on reducing living costs, including potential use of budget reconciliation procedures that would require fewer votes to pass legislation. Budget reconciliation allows bills to bypass the 60-vote filibuster threshold in the Senate, requiring only a simple majority. The lawmaker did not specify which economic measures would be included in such a package.

• NYT — Top Democrat Eyes Filibuster-Proof Budget Bill to Unlock Affordability Agenda

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