On Capitol Hill, it is likely the future of the American economy and President Joe Biden’s agenda will be decided by a series of deadlines facing Congress in the next few months, many of which line up with holidays and recesses. We are hearing from all directions that discussions will come down to the wire and that members of Congress can look forward to (or dread) a busy holiday season.
Read MoreThere’s been no rest for the weary this week in Washington as we careen towards deadlines for a vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill, two fiscal cliffs, and other key expirations. Here are our latest insights on infrastructure and reconciliation; the CR, debt limit, and appropriations; and other legislative activity.
Read MoreIt’s been a crazy week in Washington and things are only going to get busier. Here’s our weekly update on infrastructure and reconciliation; the CR, debt limit, and appropriations; and other legislative priorities.
Read MoreWhile Congress is technically still in recess, things in Washington have been anything but slow with a crowded agenda taking shape for the fall. Here’s the latest we are picking up on infrastructure and reconciliation; appropriations, emergency spending, and the debt limit; and the crowded fall agenda.
Read MoreTo date, there seems to be little dialogue between the “big four” authorizers and appropriators and House and Senate leadership aimed at reaching consensus on defense priorities and the related topline spending levels. Ultimately, Washington must consider two choices: will it go its usual route where the Pentagon, Congress, and the White House negotiate over the politics of how much taxpayer money should be spent on this or that? Or will the federal government pursue a comprehensive evaluation and reconsideration of the nation’s defense strategy?
Read MoreHappy recess…. well at least until the House is back in session the week of August 23. With Senate activity on the bipartisan infrastructure bill and the budget resolution, it’s been a crazy week. Here’s the latest we are picking up on what we might expect for the rest of August on infrastructure, the budget resolution, and reconciliation, as well as other upcoming action on voting rights, appropriations, and the debt limit.
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