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Vol. 14 No. 2-9
Monday, March 22, 2010
Health Care Overhaul Bill: Democratic leaders in the House have promoted legislation designed to remake the nation's health care system. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) posted a preliminary $940 billion cost estimate for the bill. President Obama canceled a planned trip to Asia to help push through the legislation. The House voted and passed the health care package on Sunday, March 21, with floor action to follow in the Senate as early as this week.
Republicans were thwarted in a bid to bar Democrats from using a rule that allowed them to clear the Senate-passed health care overhaul and to pass a reconciliation bill after making changes to that measure. (H.R.4872)
Budget Math Hinders Health Care Bill: House Democrats had difficulties crafting a final health care bill that would achieve a five-year deficit reduction of more than $100 billion. The problem delayed what party leaders hope will be a final vote on the measure to Sunday.
Under the little-known rules for budget reconciliation, a bill passed through the expedited parliamentary process must produce a greater deficit reduction than the legislation it amends. Since the Senate health care bill would produce $104 billion in deficit savings in its first five years, according to the CBO, the final bill — which will include changes to the Senate bill — must provide more savings. (H.R.3590) (H.R.2847)
Student Loan Overhaul: A House-passed student loan measure includes 45 percent less education spending than the version passed last year and calls for less funding for financial aid and community colleges. It has no new funding for early education. (H.R.3221)
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Lawmakers Allowances: The House backed a bill that would require any unspent dollars from members’ office accounts to be returned annually to the Treasury. (H.R.4825)
Financial Regulatory Overhaul: Ranking GOP members on the Senate Banking Committee met with fellow Republicans to discuss a financial regulations overhaul bill. GOP amendments on the bill are expected to reach into the hundreds on the draft measure.
‘Vertical Price Fixing’: A Senate committee approved a measure aimed at spurring marketplace competition by banning minimum-price-setting agreements between manufacturers and those selling and distributing their products. Supporters say the bill would produce greater price competition, keep retail prices low and benefit the overall economy. (S.148)
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Federal Aviation Authorization Bill: In an FAA reauthorization bill, senators are attempting to end a “slots and perimeter” dispute over long-distance flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. (H.R.1586)
Navy Considers Purchase: The Navy plans to buy 124 carrier-based versions of the F-18. The order would be divided between standard fighter jets and EA-18G Growlers, which are for electronic warfare. The Boeing Co. has offered a discount to the Navy for a multi-year purchase. The deal would represent a step by the Defense Department to address a projected 100-jet Navy shortfall over the next decade.
Cybersecurity Standards: The Senate Commerce Chairman has proposed revised legislation that would strike a balance between government pressure and private-sector incentives. Companies that fail their audits would be required to work with the government to devise a plan to get into compliance. (S.773)
The Week Ahead: Both chambers will continue work on the health care reconciliation package that has the potential for dozens of recorded votes on amendments. The Senate is expected to take up a House-passed student loan bill (H.R.4872) (H.R.3221)
www.nwyc.com
Vol. 14 No. 2-9
Monday, March 22, 2010
REVIEW
Health Care Overhaul Bill: Democratic leaders in the House have promoted legislation designed to remake the nation's health care system. The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) posted a preliminary $940 billion cost estimate for the bill. President Obama canceled a planned trip to Asia to help push through the legislation. The House voted and passed the health care package on Sunday, March 21, with floor action to follow in the Senate as early as this week.
Republicans were thwarted in a bid to bar Democrats from using a rule that allowed them to clear the Senate-passed health care overhaul and to pass a reconciliation bill after making changes to that measure. (H.R.4872)
Budget Math Hinders Health Care Bill: House Democrats had difficulties crafting a final health care bill that would achieve a five-year deficit reduction of more than $100 billion. The problem delayed what party leaders hope will be a final vote on the measure to Sunday.
Under the little-known rules for budget reconciliation, a bill passed through the expedited parliamentary process must produce a greater deficit reduction than the legislation it amends. Since the Senate health care bill would produce $104 billion in deficit savings in its first five years, according to the CBO, the final bill — which will include changes to the Senate bill — must provide more savings. (H.R.3590) (H.R.2847)
Student Loan Overhaul: A House-passed student loan measure includes 45 percent less education spending than the version passed last year and calls for less funding for financial aid and community colleges. It has no new funding for early education. (H.R.3221)
To voice your opinion on this issue, go to www.nwyc.com.
Lawmakers Allowances: The House backed a bill that would require any unspent dollars from members’ office accounts to be returned annually to the Treasury. (H.R.4825)
Financial Regulatory Overhaul: Ranking GOP members on the Senate Banking Committee met with fellow Republicans to discuss a financial regulations overhaul bill. GOP amendments on the bill are expected to reach into the hundreds on the draft measure.
‘Vertical Price Fixing’: A Senate committee approved a measure aimed at spurring marketplace competition by banning minimum-price-setting agreements between manufacturers and those selling and distributing their products. Supporters say the bill would produce greater price competition, keep retail prices low and benefit the overall economy. (S.148)
PREVIEW
Federal Aviation Authorization Bill: In an FAA reauthorization bill, senators are attempting to end a “slots and perimeter” dispute over long-distance flights to and from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. (H.R.1586)
Navy Considers Purchase: The Navy plans to buy 124 carrier-based versions of the F-18. The order would be divided between standard fighter jets and EA-18G Growlers, which are for electronic warfare. The Boeing Co. has offered a discount to the Navy for a multi-year purchase. The deal would represent a step by the Defense Department to address a projected 100-jet Navy shortfall over the next decade.
Cybersecurity Standards: The Senate Commerce Chairman has proposed revised legislation that would strike a balance between government pressure and private-sector incentives. Companies that fail their audits would be required to work with the government to devise a plan to get into compliance. (S.773)
The Week Ahead: Both chambers will continue work on the health care reconciliation package that has the potential for dozens of recorded votes on amendments. The Senate is expected to take up a House-passed student loan bill (H.R.4872) (H.R.3221)
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