It has been over thirty years since the last major reform of the federal tax code, and congressional Republicans believe the time has come to push a tax package across the finish line. It’s going to be a big week for tax reform.
Read MoreAs Majority Leader McConnell tries to bring additional nominations to the floor, could building GOP frustration open the door to a rule change that would limit Democrats’ ability to slow down the confirmation process?
Read MoreThe tax reform ball is likely to start rolling officially later this week. It remains to be seen just how far it rolls.
Read MoreWith so much to do and so little time, it’s likely a single bill – potentially a third supplemental appropriations package – turns into a Christmas tree, loaded up with outstanding business. With action anticipated in November, could Christmas come early?
Read MoreAs we begin the new fiscal year (FY18), we know that congressional Republicans want to accomplish two major goals: passage of a budget resolution and a tax reform package. And when you add in, FY18 appropriations, which Congress must address by December 8, that is a very ambitious agenda.
Read MoreDespite delays in the confirmation process, Majority Leader McConnell may burn floor time to finalize high priority nominations, while other nominees await inclusion in another package later this year.
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