The Senate is gearing up to take the lead in the budget reconciliation process by introducing a first bill next week that will address budget, defense, and energy issues. This move is set to beat House Republicans to the punch, as traditionally the House takes action on such legislation first.
Senate Budget Committee Chairman Lindsey Graham has unveiled a plan to push for a vote on the first bill next week, with intentions for an additional reconciliation bill later in the year. This strategy would skip over the House and adopt a two-pronged reconciliation bill blueprint, contrary to the House Republicans' preference for a single comprehensive bill.
